Bhutan produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Malaysia by 8 wickets in Match 7 of the Lotus Cup 2026. The win secured Bhutan’s place in the final, where they will face unbeaten Hong Kong, China on 29 January.

The double round robin stage of the Lotus Cup 2026 has concluded, with Hong Kong, China emerging as the dominant side. Led by captain Natasha Tara Miles and spinner Chan Ka Ying, the team topped both the batting and bowling charts while remaining unbeaten. Bhutan and Malaysia showed moments of brilliance, but now all eyes turn to the qualifier and final as the tournament enters its knockout phase.

Hong Kong, China continued their unbeaten run at the Lotus Cup with a composed win over Malaysia in Gelephu. Despite a few fielding lapses, Malaysia showed fight and intent, but Hong Kong, China’s disciplined bowling and calm batting ensured they chased down the target with ease. With four wins on the bounce, the team now sets their sights on a fifth victory as they head into the final stages of the tournament.

Hong Kong, China defended a modest total of 106 to defeat Bhutan in a tense encounter, maintaining their unbeaten run in the Lotus Cup 2026. Despite Bhutan’s confident chase and a fighting 37 from Ngawang Choden, Hong Kong, China’s tactical fielding and disciplined bowling turned the game around, securing their third win of the tournament and sealing their place in the final.

Ngawang Choden delivered a match-defining performance at home, scoring an unbeaten 78 off 71 balls to lead Bhutan to an 8-wicket win over Malaysia. Her second T20I fifty, and both achieved on home soil, proved decisive as she anchored the chase from 26/2 and shifted momentum with powerful, timely shots. Bhutan completed the target in 18.3 overs, securing their second consecutive victory over Malaysia in the Lotus Cup.

Bhutan continued their dominance in the series with a composed 8 wicket win over Malaysia, registering their second consecutive victory against the same opposition. Led by a match defining unbeaten 78 from Ngawang Choden, Bhutan chased down 114 with confidence, controlling the tempo and sealing the contest with calm authority.

Hong Kong, China have made a perfect start to the Lotus Cup 2026, sitting at the top of the table with two wins from two matches. Their dominance has been led by captain Natasha Tara Miles, the tournament’s highest run scorer with 106 runs, while Chan Ka Ying tops the wicket charts with four wickets. Bhutan remain in contention with one win and one loss, while Malaysia are still searching for their first victory as the series builds momentum in Gelephu.

Gelephu witnessed another high-quality contest today as Hong Kong, China maintained their unbeaten run in the ongoing Women’s T20I Tri-Series – Lotus Cup 2026, registering a convincing win over Team Bhutan in Match 3 at the Gelephu International Cricket Ground.

Tomorrow, Bhutan Women face Hong Kong, China Women at Gelephu International Cricket Ground in the Lotus Cup Women’s T20I Tri‑Series. Hong Kong has dominated previous encounters, but Bhutan’s improving performances suggest that this match could be closer than the record indicates.

It was a day to remember at the Gelephu International Cricket Ground as Hong Kong, China produced a commanding performance to defeat Malaysia by 51 runs in the second match of the Lotus Cup Women’s T20I Tri-Series. But the headlines were all about one woman — captain Natasha Tara Miles, whose maiden T20 international century lit up the ground and left fans in awe.