A brilliant bowling performance by skipper Fatima Sana, who took 2-18, and solid fielding helped Pakistan limit Bangladesh to 123/6 in a crucial Group A match at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Despite efforts from Bangladesh’s Nigar Sultana (36 off 38) and Shorna Akter (39 not out off 22), they could only manage a modest total after a tough start.
Pakistan’s early pressure saw Bangladesh struggling at 23/3 by the end of the Power-play, with Fatima Sana making crucial breakthroughs by dismissing Dilara Akter and Sharmin Akhter early on. Bangladesh’s innings faced further setbacks with Juairiya Ferdous falling to Tasmia Rubab, leaving them in a challenging position.
Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary tried to stabilize Bangladesh with a 35-run partnership, but Mostary’s dismissal to Nashra Sundhu and Sultana’s catch by Saira Jabeen added to their troubles. A late surge by Shorna Akter, scoring 39 not out, boosted Bangladesh to 123/6, giving their bowlers a target to defend and a chance to bounce back in the tournament.
Both Pakistan and Bangladesh, having lost their opening matches, must win this crucial game to stay in contention for the next stage of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
