In the ongoing series between Bangladesh and hosts West Indies, the visitors tied the series 1-1, marking a historic day for women’s cricket.
With a combination of disciplined bowling and tenacious batting, Bangladesh defeated a formidable West Indies team, demonstrating their increasing power on the international scene. Bangladesh defeated the West Indies by 60 runs in Tuesday’s second ODI in Basseterre, putting them one victory away from earning a spot at the Women’s ODI World Cup this year.
With 21 points, Bangladesh is presently tied for sixth place with New Zealand in the ODI Women’s Championship points standings. The third ODI between Bangladesh and the West Indies will be the last match in this Women’s Championship cycle, and five teams from that table, along with hosts India, will receive direct entry for the ODI World Cup. Bangladesh will surpass New Zealand and earn straight qualifying for the ODI World Cup for the first time if they win the last match or if Friday’s match ends without a result.
After winning the toss, the West Indies invited Bangladesh to bat. Nigar Sultana, the captain, led the attack with the bat, scoring 68 runs with five boundaries. None of the hitters were able to score more than 30 runs, therefore she didn’t have any support in the end. Aaliyah Alleyne took three wickets, and Karishma Ramharack took four.
Bangladesh’s bowlers returned with a bang, knocking the Caribbean hitters after recording a modest score. With a knock of 28 runs, wicketkeeper Shemaine Campbelle was the top scorer. Marufa Akhter, Rabeya Khatun, and Fahima Khatun each removed two batters, while Nahida Akhter claimed three wickets.
Bangladesh’s triumph is historic because it is their first victory over the West Indies in any format, following 4 T20I losses and two in ODIs, demonstrating their growth as a competitive team in international cricket.
In the context of the ICC Women’s Championship, where every point is crucial in the competition for qualification to the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, the victory is also a huge morale boost for Bangladesh. The win keeps Bangladesh’s hopes of earning a direct qualification position alive by moving them up in the rankings.
