Bangladesh and Ireland will lock horns in a crucial group-stage clash of the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025, with both sides heading into the contest on inverse notes. Bangladesh march-in this contest with confidence after a thunderous 178-run victory over Thailand, a performance that showcased their batting depth and bowling discipline. Ireland, meanwhile, find themselves under serious performance pressure, having suffered back-to-back defeats at the hands of Pakistan and West Indies.
Fantasy Playing XI Predictions: Match 7 – Bangladesh Women vs Ireland Women
Nigar Sultana Joty
Leading the Bangladesh side with confidence is skipper Nigar Sultana Joty, who has been the backbone of her side’s batting line-up. The wicketkeeper-batter has amassed 1177 runs from 49 ODI innings, including five fifties and a remarkable hundred. Calm under pressure and sharp behind the sticks, Nigar remains a key player to watch out for.
Fargana Hoque
A seasoned campaigner at the top of the order, Fargana Hoque has been a pillar of consistency for Bangladesh. With 1782 runs from 69 ODI innings at an average of 27.84, including a century to her name, she brings experience and stability to the batting line-up. Her ability to anchor the innings makes her a vital asset in crunch games.
Gaby Lewis
Ireland’s batting hopes will once again rest on the shoulders of Gaby Lewis, a talented right-handed batter known for her fluent strokeplay. In her last 10 matches, Lewis has scored 297 runs at a strike rate of 73.69, providing much-needed solidity at the top. If she gets going, Ireland will fancy their chances of posting a competitive total.
Sharmin Akter
The experienced batter was in sublime touch against Thailand, scoring a solid 94* off 126 deliveries and forming a record-breaking 152-run partnership with skipper Nigar Sultana. In 42 ODIs, she has amassed 957 runs, with her highest being 96.
Orla Prendergast
Orla Prendergast has been one of Ireland’s most reliable performers with both bat and ball in recent outings. The right-arm medium pacer has picked up 9 wickets in her last 10 matches, maintaining a tidy economy rate of 5.77. In ODI cricket, she has accumulated 857 runs from 34 outings and 20 wickets from 24 innings.
Arlene Kelly
A consistent wicket-taker for Ireland, Arlene Kelly has made a mark with her disciplined right-arm medium pace. In just 30 innings, she has claimed 36 wickets at an impressive economy of 4.89, with best figures of 4 for 35. Her knack for striking at crucial moments adds depth and control to Ireland’s bowling unit.
Fahima Khatun
The leg-spinning all-rounder delivered a career-best performance with figures of 5/21 in the previous match. Her ability to break partnerships makes her a key asset. She has featured in 45 ODIs, taking 32 wickets and scoring 242 runs, with the best of 46*.
Nahida Akter
Bangladesh will bank on the services of Nahida Akter to lead their bowling charge with her crafty slow left-arm orthodox spin. The in-form spinner has bagged 12 wickets in her last 10 matches, operating at an economical rate of just 3.81. Her ability to control the flow of runs and strike in the middle overs make her a threat for the Irish batting line-up.
Cara Murray
In recent times, Cara Murray has emerged as a genuine match-winner with her deceiving right-arm leg-breaks. In just 28 innings, she has picked up an impressive 44 wickets, including a career-best 6 for 31. With an economy of 6.32, Murray’s ability to turn the tables in no time make her a perfect selection in the Fantasy 11.
Jane Maguire
One of Ireland’s most complete and go-to bowlers in the marquee qualifying tournament so far, she picked 3/33 against Pakistan and followed it up with 3/35 against West Indies. Notably, she dismissed both Stafanie Taylor and Zaida James within three balls. She now has 15 wickets from 20 ODIs, with a best of 3/33.
Rabeya Khan
An effective addition as a variant leg break bowler, Rabiya Khan has scalped up 20 wickets from 20 innings, boasting a tidy economy of 3.80 and a strike rate of 46.7. Known for her control and ability to build pressure, Rabeya will be crucial in the middle overs.
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