The ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025 is entering its final stage, with just two matches left to determine the final team to qualify for the World Cup. Pakistan has already secured their spot, while one spot remains up for grabs. In the penultimate match, Pakistan will take on Bangladesh at the Lahore City Cricket Association Stadium on April 19 starting at 10 AM IST, with Bangladesh fighting for qualification.
Pakistan’s campaign has been impressive so far, with four wins in as many matches, earning them eight points and the top spot on the leaderboard. They defeated Ireland by 38 runs, Scotland by 6 wickets, West Indies by 65 runs, and Thailand by 87 runs.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, sits second on the points table with six points, having won three of their matches against Thailand by 178 runs, Ireland by 2 wickets, and Scotland by 34 runs. However, they suffered a 3-wicket loss to the West Indies.
This match is crucial for Bangladesh, as a win would guarantee their qualification for the World Cup. If they lose, their fate will depend on the Net Run Rate (NRR), with Scotland and West Indies still in contention if they win their final match.
Head-to-Head:
Bangladesh and Pakistan have faced each other in 15 ODIs, with the standing evenly tied at 7-7, while one was match decided in a Super Over, which Bangladesh won. Their last ODI encounter was in 2023 during Pakistan’s tour of Bangladesh, where Pakistan won the first match, the second match ended in a Super Over with Bangladesh winning it, and Bangladesh took the third match to seal the series.
Where to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh?
Fans in India can follow the action live on the FanCode app and website.
Squads:
Pakistan women’s cricket team –
Fatima Sana (C), Najiha Alvi, Gull Feroza, Sidra Amin, Omaima Sohail, Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sundhu, Muneeba Ali, Rameen Shamim, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Natalia Parvaiz, Sidra Nawaz
Bangladesh women’s cricket team –
Nigar Sultana Joty (C), Nahida Akter, Ishma Tanjim, Dilara Akter, Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Jannatul Ferdus Sumona, Rabeya, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Farzana Haque, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Marufa Akter, Ritu Moni.
Schedule:
Pakistan World Cup Qualifier Fixtures –
April 9: vs Ireland, Gaddafi Stadium – Won by 38 runs
April 11: vs Scotland, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground – Won by 6 wickets
April 14: vs West-Indies, Gaddafi Stadium – Won by 65 runs
April 17: vs Thailand, Gaddafi Stadium – Won by 87 runs
April 19: vs Bangladesh, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground
Bangladesh World Cup Qualifier Fixtures –
April 10: vs Thailand, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground – Won by 178 runs
April 13: vs Ireland, Gaddafi Stadium – Won by 2 wickets
April 15: vs Scotland, Gaddafi Stadium – Won by 34 runs
April 17: vs West Indies, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground – Lost by 3 wickets
April 19: vs Pakistan, Lahore City Cricket Association Ground
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
All matches of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 will be available to watch live on the ICC.TV for fans around the world.
