Bangladesh Ends Decade-Long Losing Streak in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
Written by: Md. Palash Hussain | Date: October 3, 2024
Bangladesh's Historic Victory Over Scotland
In a thrilling opener of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, Bangladesh secured their first win in the tournament after a decade-long losing streak of 16 matches. Their gritty 16-run victory over Scotland in Sharjah was a crucial moment for Bangladesh, who were originally set to host the tournament but had to play away from home in the UAE.
Match Overview: A Gritty Performance in Sharjah
Playing under scorching temperatures of 38°C, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana—in her 100th T20I—opted to bat first after winning the toss. Despite a challenging start, Shathi Rani’s 29 and Sobhana Mostary’s 36 helped Bangladesh post a total of 119 for 9. Scotland, making their first appearance in a World Cup, struggled to contain Bangladesh’s momentum, with several fielding errors adding to their woes.
Key contributions came from offspinner Saskia Horley, who took 3 for 13 in just two overs.
Scotland's Struggle to Chase the Target
Scotland’s chase started with difficulty, losing captain Kathryn Bryce early in the innings. Bangladesh’s bowlers, led by Marufa Akhter and Ritu Moni, kept the pressure on, restricting Scotland to a final score of 103 for 8.
Despite an unbeaten 49 from wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce, Scotland fell short by 16 runs, thanks to a disciplined bowling performance and several missed boundary opportunities.
Key Moments: Fahima Khatun and Nahida Akter Shine
In a low-scoring game where every contribution mattered, Fahima Khatun played a pivotal role with both bat and ball. Her quickfire 10 off 5 balls ensured Bangladesh added valuable runs. Later, her exceptional fielding, along with her two crucial wickets, further dented Scotland’s chase.
Nahida Akter also made history by becoming the second-youngest bowler to take 100 wickets in T20I cricket, after England’s Sophie Ecclestone.
Conclusion
Bangladesh’s first win in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 was a long-awaited triumph. This victory not only ended their decade-long losing streak but also gave them a much-needed confidence boost as they progress further into the tournament. The team’s performance against Scotland shows that they are ready to compete with the best, and fans can expect more thrilling moments from them in the coming matches.
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