Bangladesh Women produced a commanding all-round display to overpower Scotland Women in the 24th match of the Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier 2026 Super Six at Kirtipur, sealing a comprehensive 90-run victory and underlining their dominance in the tournament. The contest saw Bangladesh’s top order lay a solid foundation before a blistering late surge, followed by a disciplined bowling performance that dismantled Scotland’s chase.
The innings began with Dilara Akter and Juiariya Ferdous providing a brisk start at the top. Dilara played with confidence and authority, striking 39 off 28 balls, including six boundaries and a six, while Juiariya offered steady support with 22 off 22 balls. The pair added 67 runs for the opening wicket, setting the tone early before Dilara was caught by Kathryn Bryce off Katherine Fraser. Juiariya followed shortly after, falling to Chloe Abel, but the platform was already well set for the middle order to accelerate.
Sharmin Akhter continued the momentum with a quick 15 off 10 balls, striking two boundaries before being run out in a mix-up with the incoming captain. From there, Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary took complete control of the innings, forging a crucial partnership that pushed Bangladesh firmly into commanding territory. Nigar played the anchor and aggressor in equal measure, finishing unbeaten on 56 off 35 balls, striking five fours and three sixes, while Mostary unleashed a sensational counterattack, smashing 47 off just 23 balls with seven boundaries and two sixes at a strike rate above 200.
Their partnership was the defining phase of the innings, with Mostary eventually falling to Priyanaz Chatterji in the penultimate over. Shorna Akter added a cameo of 5 off 2 balls, and Bangladesh closed their innings strongly with 191/5 in 20 overs.
For Scotland, Priyanaz Chatterji, Chloe Abel and Katherine Fraser each picked up a wicket, while Kathryn Bryce and Olivia Bell bowled tight spells despite going wicketless. However, Scotland’s bowlers struggled to contain Bangladesh’s aggressive middle-order assault, conceding runs at a rapid rate during the death overs.
In response, Scotland’s chase never gained momentum as Bangladesh’s bowlers struck early and consistently. Darcey Carter was dismissed for a duck, followed by Katherine Fraser and captain Kathryn Bryce, leaving Scotland reeling in the powerplay. Sarah Bryce and Ailsa Lister attempted to stabilise the innings, but regular breakthroughs prevented any meaningful partnership from developing. Megan McColl provided some resistance with 20 off 22 balls, while Priyanaz Chatterji (14 off 15) and Pippa Sproul (27 off 23 not out) offered late resistance, but the required rate had long spiraled out of control.
Bangladesh’s bowling unit shared the spoils with a clinical display. Marufa Akter led the attack with 3 wickets for 25 runs, while Shorna Akter claimed 2 for 13, delivering a decisive blow through the middle overs. Nahida Akter and Rabeya Khan picked up a wicket each, and Fahima Khatun and Ritu Moni maintained pressure with economical spells. Scotland eventually limped to 101/9 in 20 overs, falling well short of the target.
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