The tournament is played by senior national cricket teams of Asian members, determining the continental champion of Asia.

Only two teams took part, India and Sri Lanka and they played a five match One-Day International series against each other.

[6] The third Women's Asia Cup tournament was played in Jaipur, India in December 2006.

[9] The fifth Women's Asia Cup Tournament was played in Guanggong Cricket Stadium, Guangzhou, China from 24 to 31 October 2012.

India defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in the final [10][11] The sixth Women's Asia Cup tournament was played in Thailand, from 27 November to 4 December 2016.

[12] Bangladesh beat six-time winner India by 3 wickets in the final to clinch their first Asia Cup title.