Sharmin Akhter Supta is confident that Bangladesh’s positive experiences from past tournaments will fuel their campaign at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. As she was a member of Bangladesh’s inaugural first World Cup appearance three years ago, Sharmin is one of eight players returning to fly the team’s flag this time.
In their first World Cup, Bangladesh achieved a historic first win over Pakistan, and they have continued to make gains since then with a series draw with India and a series win over Pakistan—gains in which Sharmin’s run-scoring consistency was pivotal.
Sharmin stressed how earlier experience gives you confidence and motivation. She stated, “Obviously, past memories can give you positive intent and positive memory, and from that we get the confidence.” She mentioned some challenging games during the previous World Cup, such as a tough game against the West Indies which they lost narrowly. She also mentioned that Sri Lanka, who did not compete last time but are competing this time, were always challenging teams to play against.
Looking back at her recent form, Sharmin explained she has enjoyed some note-worthy performances in recent series and is hoping to keep making significant contributions to the team. “I am just trying to do the same thing I have been doing and just maintain the process,” she said.
Cherishing Bangladesh’s emergence, the team became the runner-up of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 qualifiers, surpassing the West Indies on net run rate. Sharmin performed impeccably in the tournament, scoring 266 runs in five encounters, including an unbeaten 94 off Thailand.
In November last year, she again scored a resounding 96 against Ireland. While she is still pursuing her first international century, one in this World Cup would be a historical achievement—not just her first, but also just the third century ever recorded by a Bangladeshi female and the first-ever at a Women’s World Cup.
Sharmin expressed her desire to push harder for this landmark. “I’m learning from past mistakes and aiming to perform for my team. A century at the World Cup would be a moment I will always cherish,” she said.
29-year-old Sharmin is one of the core of veteran players who are leaders and pillars of strength for Bangladesh. A veteran core will be balanced by some fresh young talent like 17-year-old Nishita Akhter Nishi, who is making her World Cup debut. Sharmin finds the combination of seniors and juniors to be a perfect balance of age and energy and generates a thrilling team spirit.
“The seniors bring experience, while the younger players bring fresh energy. Together, we have something special and promising for the tournament,” Sharmin concluded.
Bangladesh comes into the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 with motivation and readiness, armed with the powerhouse of their previous success and the right mix of experience and youth to propel them even further internationally.
(Quotes sourced from ICC)
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