The 11th match of the Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers was played on January 22, 2026, as Bangladesh Women faced Namibia Women in a Group A encounter. Namibia won the toss and chose to field first, hoping to take advantage of early movement, but Bangladesh delivered a disciplined all-round performance to register a dominant 80-run victory.
Batting first, Bangladesh posted a competitive total of 144 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs, scoring at a healthy run rate of 7.20. The innings had its ups and downs early, as opener Juairiya Ferdous was dismissed for a duck in the very first over. However, Dilara Akter counterattacked effectively, scoring a brisk 25 off just 17 balls, including four boundaries and a six, to provide early momentum.
The middle-order played a crucial role in building the innings. Skipper Nigar Sultana anchored the effort with a composed 21 off 29 balls, ensuring stability after regular wickets. Sobhana Mostary was one of the standout batters, scoring 27 from 23 deliveries, striking 2 sixes and a four, she rotated the strike smartly. Shorna Akter also chipped in with a valuable 23 off 18 balls, keeping the scoreboard moving through the middle overs.
Towards the end, Bangladesh received a useful boost from Rabeya Khan, who remained unbeaten on 11 off just 5 balls, striking at an impressive rate of 220. Extras also contributed significantly, as Namibia conceded 17 runs through wides and leg byes. Despite a decent bowling effort from Wilka Mwatile and Sylvia Shihepo, who picked up key wickets, Namibia were unable to fully contain Bangladesh’s batting depth.
In reply, Namibia faced immediate trouble against Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling attack. Chasing 145, Namibia were bowled out for just 64 in 17.5 overs, never looking comfortable at the crease. Early wickets put them under pressure, with Yasmine Khan and Kayleen Green dismissed cheaply. Captain Sune Wittmann tried to stabilize the innings with 19 off 24 balls but lacked support from the other end.
The Bangladesh bowlers were relentless. Rabeya Khan was exceptional, finishing with figures of 3 wickets for just 5 runs in her four overs, completely dismantling Namibia’s middle order. Fahima Khatun also impressed, taking 3 for 12, while Sanjida Akter Meghla added further pressure with 4 wickets for only 14 runs, including key breakthroughs that halted any chance of a recovery.
Namibia’s batting struggled against the movement and accuracy of the Bangladeshi bowlers, with several batters falling to catches and well directed deliveries. Only a handful managed to reach double figures, and the run rate never threatened Bangladesh’s dominance.
With this comprehensive 80-run victory, Bangladesh strengthened their position in Group A, showcasing both batting depth and bowling discipline. Namibia, on the other hand, will need to regroup quickly and address their batting vulnerabilities as the qualifiers progress.
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