NEP-W vs THA-W 1st quarter final,June 10, 2026, Asian Cricket Council Women's Premier Cup- Thailand Women Storm Into ACC Women's Premier Cup Semi-Finals With Dominant 56-Run Victory Over Nepal

Nannapat Anchors Thailand's Innings

After being asked to bat, Thailand Women overcame an early setback when opener Natthakan Chantham was dismissed for just one run in the opening over.

Phannita Maya and wicketkeeper-batter Nannapat Koncharoenkai steadied the innings with an important partnership. Maya contributed a valuable 26 runs off 21 balls, striking two boundaries before being dismissed in the seventh over.

Koncharoenkai then took charge of the innings, displaying excellent composure and shot selection. She remained unbeaten on 62 runs from 51 deliveries, hitting six boundaries and guiding Thailand through the middle overs.

Despite Nepal's bowlers keeping things relatively tight, Thailand managed to post a competitive 130/4 in 20 overs.

Thailand Women Batting Highlights
Nannapat Koncharoenkai – 62* (51)
Phannita Maya – 26 (21)
Chanida Sutthiruang – 16 (27)
Nepal Bowlers Show Fight

Nepal's bowling attack worked hard to restrict Thailand from reaching a bigger total.

Kabita Kunwar claimed the crucial wicket of Natthakan Chantham, while Riya Sharma and Rubina Chhetry also picked up important breakthroughs. Rubina Chhetry was particularly economical, conceding only 11 runs from her four overs.

Nepal Women Bowling Highlights
Kabita Kunwar – 1/31
Riya Sharma – 1/28
Rubina Chhetry – 1/11
Thailand Bowlers Dominate the Chase

Chasing 131 for victory, Nepal Women never found momentum as wickets fell regularly throughout the innings.

Thailand captain Thipatcha Putthawong struck early, removing Rubi Poddar and Puja Mahato to put Nepal under immediate pressure.

Samjhana Khadka scored 12 runs, while Sony Pakhrin added 15, but Nepal's middle order struggled against Thailand's disciplined spin attack. Captain Indu Barma was unable to stabilize the innings, scoring just seven runs before being stumped.

Rubina Chhetry fought until the end with an unbeaten 20 runs, while Sita Rana Magar remained not out on 12, but Nepal finished on 74/7 in 20 overs, well short of the target.

Thailand's Bowling Unit Shines

Thailand's bowlers delivered one of their best performances of the tournament.

Captain Thipatcha Putthawong, Sunida Chaturongrattana, and Suleeporn Laomi each claimed two wickets while maintaining exceptional economy rates. Their combined efforts completely shut down Nepal's batting lineup.

Thailand Women Bowling Highlights
Thipatcha Putthawong – 2/7
Sunida Chaturongrattana – 2/13
Suleeporn Laomi – 2/14
Phannita Maya – 1/26
Match Turning Point

The match swung decisively in Thailand's favor during Nepal's powerplay when the wickets of Rubi Poddar, Samjhana Khadka, and Puja Mahato reduced Nepal to 22/3. From that point onward, Nepal struggled to build partnerships, allowing Thailand's bowlers to dominate proceedings.

Player of the Match

Nannapat Koncharoenkai (Thailand Women)

The unbeaten 62 runs from 51 balls provided the foundation for Thailand's winning total and proved to be the most influential innings of the match.

Match Summary

Thailand Women: 130/4 (20 overs)
Nannapat Koncharoenkai 62*, Phannita Maya 26
Kabita Kunwar 1/31, Rubina Chhetry 1/11

Nepal Women: 74/7 (20 overs)
Rubina Chhetry 20*, Sony Pakhrin 15
Thipatcha Putthawong 2/7, Sunida Chaturongrattana 2/13, Suleeporn Laomi 2/14

Result: Thailand Women won by 56 runs.

Thailand Women once again showcased why they are among the strongest teams in associate women's cricket. Their balanced batting and disciplined bowling performance secured a convincing quarter-final victory and a well-deserved place in the ACC Women's Premier Cup semi-finals.