Following a tough experience in the One Day International series, the Bangladesh women’s cricket team is poised to face off against the T20 World Champion Australian team in a thrilling three-match Twenty20 International series. The opening match is set to spark enthusiasm at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka on Sunday, as fans eagerly await to see if Bangladesh can turn their fortunes around in the shorter format of the game.
In anticipation of this encounter, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced three strategic changes to its squad, with hopes of revitalizing the team’s performance. The selectors have called upon Dilara Akter, Fariha Trisna, and Shorifa Khatun to replace Fargana Hoque, Disha Biswas, and Nishita Akter.
The rationale behind these changes has been well-articulated by the BCB chief selector Sajjad Ahmed. In a statement released by ESPNcricinfo, Ahmed expressed his optimism for the squad’s refreshed composition. “Trisna got the nod ahead of Disha as she is a left-arm pacer and adds variety to the bowling,” he explained. Further underscoring the strategic picks, he added, “Dola (Dilara) has been picked over Fargana. She is a wicketkeeper-batter who we believe, has the talent to succeed in the T20 format. Shorifa Khatun is an allrounder who bowls off-spin and bats in the late order. She can also develop into a T20 specialist.”
With these changes, and an underdog determination, Bangladesh aims to craft a new narrative against the Australian team, which boasts remarkable skill and experience.
Unfortunately for fans in India hoping to watch the T20I series on television, there will be no broadcast available. However, the thrill of the game will not be missed as live online streaming is set to capture every over. Enthusiasts can watch the live-action of the Bangladesh women vs Australia women T20I series on the FanCode app and website, ensuring they don’t miss a single ball.
The Bangladesh squad, led by captain Nigar Sultana Joty, features a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent. The team consists of Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Sumaya Akter, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya, Sultana Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Farzana Akter Lisa, Fariha Islam Trisna, Shorifa Khatun, and Dilara Akter Dola.
Representing Australia, wicketkeeper and captain Alyssa Healy will lead a robust squad including the likes of Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Grace Harris, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Tahlia McGrath, and Tayla Vlaeminck.
The upcoming series is not just a cricketing event but a stage where talent, strategy, and the indomitable spirit of women in sport will be on full display. Fans around the world await eagerly for the battle to erupt between the stripes of Bangladesh and the stars of Australia. Will the home team leverage its changes to outplay the world champions, or will the Aussies continue their dominance in the shorter format? The stage is set for what promises to be a captivating contest of Tweny20 cricket.
