India starts their T20 World Cup preparations with Bangladesh tour from 28 April

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has unveiled the eagerly awaited itinerary for the upcoming India women’s tour, set to kick off later this month. The series promises an exhilarating clash between two cricketing powerhouses, with five T20 Internationals (T20Is) slated to unfold amidst the vibrant setting of Sylhet.

India starts their T20 World Cup preparations with Bangladesh tour from 28 April
India starts their T20 World Cup preparations with Bangladesh tour from 28 April

The forthcoming India women’s tour of Bangladesh promises an enthralling spectacle as the two cricketing powerhouses gear up for a series of T20 internationals. The opening encounters on April 28 and April 30 are set to dazzle under the floodlights at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (SICS), igniting the passion of fans and players alike.

This series holds particular significance as both teams fine-tune their preparations ahead of the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled for later this year to be held in Bangladesh. With the memories of their previous encounters fresh in mind, both India and Bangladesh are poised to deliver riveting performances, aiming to carry forward the momentum from their recent battles.

As the series progresses, the action shifts to the daylight fixtures, with the following three T20 internationals scheduled for May 2, May 6, and May 9. These encounters, set to commence at 2:00 PM local time at the SICS Outer ground, will provide a unique test for both teams, demanding adaptability and resilience under the bright sun of Sylhet.

The series serves as a crucial platform for players from both sides to showcase their skills, solidify their strategies, and build cohesion within their respective squads. With the Women’s T20 World Cup looming large on the horizon, every match holds immense significance, offering valuable insights and learnings for the teams as they aim to peak at the right moment for the marquee tournament.

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Finally, the series crescendos with the fifth and final T20 international showdown, scheduled for May 9, under the floodlights once again at 6:30 PM local time, promising a fitting finale to what is expected to be a fiercely contested series.

As anticipation builds and excitement reaches a fever pitch, cricket enthusiasts in both these cricket-loving nations eagerly await the commencement of what promises to be a riveting series between India and Bangladesh with both teams brimming with talent and determination.

The Women in Blue maintain a commanding lead in their head-to-head encounters against Bangladesh, boasting a formidable record of 15 victories out of 18 T20 internationals played between the sides.

On their previous tour of Bangladesh India had won the T20i series 2-1 while the ODI series ended in a 1-1 draw as both the sides won a game each while the the 3rd ODI ended as a tied game.

Stay tuned as the countdown begins for an unforgettable journey through the thrilling world of T20 cricket, as India and Bangladesh women’s teams lock horns in a battle for supremacy.

Bangladesh v India, series schedule –

DATE EVENT VENUE TIME (LOCAL)
28-Apr-24 1st T20I SICS 6:30 PM
30-Apr-24 2nd T20I SICS 6:30 PM
02-May-24 3rd T20I SICS Outer 2:00 PM
06-May-24 4th T20I SICS Outer 2:00 PM
09-May-24 5th T20I SICS 6:30 PM

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