Bangladesh Women have been the undisputed force in the Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier 2026, sitting comfortably at the top of the Super Six table with three wins from three and a perfect, unbeaten, winning run. Their clinical performances have earned them 6 points and a solid NRR of +1.150. Scotland, currently in third place, aren’t far behind. Despite a recent slip-up (a loss in their last league outing, they remain a massive threat with 4 points and the highest Net Run Rate in the top three (+1.339). A win for Scotland here would all but guarantee their flight to England.
Squads:
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team
Farzana Haque, Sharmin Akhter, Sobhana Mostary, Sumaiya Akter, Fahima Khatun, Mst Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Nigar Sultana Joty, Rubya Haider, Fariha Trisna, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Rabeya Khan, Shanjida Akther Maghla
Scotland Women’s Cricket Team
Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Maryam Faisal, Megan McColl, Priyanaz Chatterji, Chloe Abel, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce, Ailsa Lister, Pippa Sproul, Sarah Bryce, Abtaha Maqsood, Hannah Rainey, Kirsty McColl, Nayma Sheikh, Rachel Slater
Players to watch out:
Sharmin Akhter
Sharmin Akhter has been a steadying force at the top of the order for Bangladesh, accumulating 167 runs across 5 matches. With a highest score of 63 and a healthy average of 33.40, she has consistently provided the platform her team needs. Her strike rate of 118.43 shows she can keep the scoreboard ticking, having already found the boundary 19 times during the qualifier.
Ritu Moni
Ritu Moni has proven her worth as a reliable bowling option, picking up 6 wickets in her 5 appearances so far. She has maintained a disciplined line and length, evidenced by her economy rate of 5.33 while bowling 18 full overs. Her best figures of 3/24 highlight her ability to break partnerships during the middle overs of the innings.
Sarah Bryce
Sarah Bryce has been vital in Scotland’s middle order, contributing 148 runs in 5 innings with a top score of 52 not out. She boasts an impressive average of 37.00 and has shown her ability to accelerate when needed, striking at 127.58. Her reliability is a cornerstone for the Scottish batting unit, especially in high-pressure qualifying matches.
Kathryn Bryce
Kathryn Bryce is delivering a masterclass in all-round performance, featuring prominently on both the batting and bowling leaderboards. She has scored 111 runs at a strike rate of 124.71, but her impact with the ball is even more significant, sitting near the top of the wicket-takers list with 10 scalps. Her bowling average of 9.90 and best figures of 4/21 make her one of the most clinical players in the tournament.
Pitch:
Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground provides consistent bounce on turf, helping pacers upfront and spinners as wear sets in, making it bowler friendly. T20 stats across 39 games average 160 first innings, with 21 batting-first wins. Boundaries at 60-86m demand precision.
Weather:
Expect a sunny day in Kirtipur with a high temperature of 17°C and a low of 7°C. The night will turn cloudy with a light 4 mph wind coming from the southwest.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sharmin Akhter, Sobhana Mostary, Sumaiya Akter, Shorna Akter, Nigar Sultana Joty, Rabeya Khan, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Abtaha Maqsood, Rachel Slater
Match Details:
Date – January 30, 2025
Time – 8:45 AM IST
Venue – Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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