DHAKA, April 16, (V7N) –Bangladesh continued their impressive run at the Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier, with a 34-run win against Scotland in Lahore.
Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first against Scotland, aiming to maintain their unbeaten streak in the tournament.
The match began evenly, with both sides competing hard, but it was Scotland's Priyanaz Chatterji who drew first blood by dismissing opener Ishma Tanjim.
Sharmin Akhter then joined Fargana Hoque Pinky at the crease, continuing her strong form as the duo put together a crucial 103-run partnership.
Sharmin was eventually dismissed for 57 by Kathryn Bryce, and Fargana followed shortly after, falling to Chloe Abel.
Joty led from the front with a blistering knock off just 59 balls.
Despite limited support from the middle-order, Bangladesh managed to post a strong total of 276, thanks to three half-centuries and useful contributions throughout the lineup.
Bangladesh began their defense strongly, with Marufa Akter delivering a stunning delivery to dismiss Abbi Aitken-Drummond early.
Nahida soon joined the action, claiming the crucial wickets of Scotland captain Bryce and Pippa Sproul, leaving Scotland in deep trouble at 31/3.
A brief rebuilding effort was cut short when Ailsa Lister was run out for 18, adding further pressure to the Scottish chase.
Sarah Bryce tried to steady the chase but her efforts ultimately went in vain after she hit one straight back to Jannatul Ferdus, who caught it with ease.
Megan McColl and Katherine Fraser were dismissed for measly figures of five and eight respectively, further denting Scotland's stride.
Just when things were looking done, Priyanaz and Rachel Slater combined to add a blazing 115-run stand for the eighth wicket, a record partnership in Women's ODIs and the first record for partnerships for any wicket in women's ODIs held by Scotland.
The aforementioned pair notched up half-centuries each as Scotland eventually finished on 242/9 after their allotted quota of 50 overs.
Nahida led with the ball for Bangladesh, picking up 4/40 from her 10 overs.
Bangladesh will now face the West Indies Thursday, while Scotland will be in action against Ireland Friday.
10TH MATCH
Bangladesh women 276/6 (Nigar 83*, Sharmin 57) beat Scotland women 242/9 (Priyanaz 61, Nahida 4/40) by 34 runs
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