Bangladesh W

The Bangladesh Women's cricket team, often referred to as Bangladesh W, is a relatively young yet promising side in the international cricket arena. Established in 2007, the team quickly made inroads onto the global stage, symbolising the increasing passion for cricket among women in this cricket-mad nation.

Their major leap came in the form of achieving International Cricket Council (ICC) status, entering the ODI and T20 international formats. One of their most notable achievements occurred in 2018 when they clinched the ACC Women's Asia Cup, astonishing traditional powerhouses and marking a defining moment in their short history. This victory was a vivid testament to their grit and hard work, where they upstaged India in a thrilling final, chasing a modest total in a nail-biting finish. It was a classic underdog tale that solidified their growing reputation.

In terms of key players, Salma Khatun and Rumana Ahmed deserve mention for their significant contributions. Salma Khatun has been the backbone of the team, often leading with both bat and ball. Known for her all-round capabilities, she carries the ethos of resilience. Rumana Ahmed, an astute leg-spinner, has been instrumental in spearheading the team's bowling attack, providing crucial breakthroughs.

Bangladesh W has developed an intriguing rivalry with their neighbours, India and Pakistan. Matches against these teams are charged with an extra dose of excitement, driven by cultural and historical ties. These encounters often draw in fans who passionately wave Bangladesh’s green and red flag with fervour.

The playing style of Bangladesh W is characterised by spin-heavy bowling attacks, leveraging the subcontinental pitches that often favour turn and bounce. Their fielding, a highlight, underscores agility and athleticism, necessary components of their gritty approach.

The team lacks the flamboyant traditions seen in other long-established nations, perhaps due to their relatively nascent stage. However, their emergence holds immense cultural significance, inspiring a generation of young Bangladeshi women to take up cricket.

Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur serves as their home ground, a fortress where the fans throng to cheer their heroines. The fan culture, vibrant and vocal, echoes the nation's cricket obsession, forming an electric atmosphere during every encounter.

Pursuing excellence with limited resources, the Bangladesh Women's cricket team remains a beacon of progress and potential. In the coming years, one hopes their story will continue to unfold, revealing chapters of triumph and transformation on the cricketing canvas.

Tri-Series in Scotland, 6th Match, Twenty20 International Women - June 4, 2026

Bangladesh W

98/3 (8)

Netherlands W

85/5 (8)

Bangladesh W won by 13 runs

Player of the Match

Dilara Akter

Tri-Series in Scotland, 4th Match, Twenty20 International Women - June 2, 2026

Scotland W

118/10 (19)

Bangladesh W

152/6 (20)

Bangladesh W won by 34 runs

Player of the Match

Nigar Sultana

Tri-Series in Scotland, 3rd Match, Twenty20 International Women - May 31, 2026

Bangladesh W

154/8 (20)

Netherlands W

162/5 (20)

Netherlands W won by 8 runs

Player of the Match

Heather Siegers

Tri-Series in Scotland, 2nd Match, Twenty20 International Women - May 30, 2026

Scotland W

134/2 (15.4)

Bangladesh W

133/5 (20)

Scotland W won by 8 wickets (with 26 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Gabriella Fontenla

Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh, 3rd T20I, Twenty20 International Women - May 2, 2026

Bangladesh W

84/6 (9)

Sri Lanka W

87/6 (9)

Sri Lanka W won by 3 runs

Player of the Match

Chamari Athapaththu

Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International Women - April 30, 2026

Bangladesh W

132/5 (20)

Sri Lanka W

154/4 (20)

Sri Lanka W won by 21 runs

Player of the Match

Kavisha Dilhari

Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International Women - April 28, 2026

Bangladesh W

136/7 (20)

Sri Lanka W

161/4 (20)

Sri Lanka W won by 25 runs

Player of the Match

Harshitha Samarawickrama

Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh, 3rd ODI, One Day International Women - April 25, 2026

Bangladesh W

213/8 (50)

Sri Lanka W

214/3 (46.3)

Sri Lanka W won by 7 wickets (with 21 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Hasini Perera

Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh, 2nd ODI, One Day International Women - April 22, 2026

Bangladesh W

165/10 (45.5)

Sri Lanka W

166/6 (38.2)

Sri Lanka W won by 4 wickets (with 70 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Chamari Athapaththu

Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh, 1st ODI, One Day International Women - April 20, 2026

Bangladesh W

206/7 (48.3)

Sri Lanka W

205/9 (50)

Bangladesh W won by 3 wickets (with 9 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Sharmin Akhter

Shamima Sultana
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 38

Ayasha Rahman
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 32

Jahanara Alam
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Fargana Hoque
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 33

Nigar Sultana
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 28

Rumana Ahmed
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 35

Sanjida Islam
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 30

Fahima Khatun
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 33

Lata Mondal
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Salma Khatun
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 35

Khadija Tul Kubra
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 31

Ritu Moni
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33

Nahida Akter
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 26

Sharmin Akhter
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 30

Murshida Khatun
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Age: 26

Panna Ghosh
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Sobhana Mostary
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Shorna Akter
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 19

Marufa Akter
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 21

Shathi Rani
Position: Bowler
Age: 26

Taj Nehar
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 28

Rabeya Khan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 21

Dilara Akter
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 22