In an event that will go down in cricketing history, 21-year-old Bangladesh bowler Fariha Trisna dazzled spectators and sports enthusiasts alike with a sensational hat-trick against Australia during the second T20I of the ongoing series in Mirpur. With this remarkable achievement, Trisna not only etched her name in the annals of women’s cricket but also added a significant milestone to her burgeoning career. This marks the second hat-trick of Trisna’s career, an accolade that resonates with the momentum of this young athlete’s journey.
In the high-stakes match, Bangladesh sought to reclaim ground after falling behind in the series 0-1, necessitating a win to keep their hopes alive. The contest began with Australia winning the toss and opting to bat. The visiting team lost an early wicket with Phoebe Litchfield’s departure but soon found stability through a formidable 91-run partnership between Grace Harris and Georgia Wareham, raising the prospects of a formidable Australian total.
Despite Australia’s confident gameplay, wherein their batters maintained an aggressive posture in pursuit of runs, Bangladesh clawed back into the game by claiming regular wickets. The tension reached its peak in the final over of Australia’s innings, creating an electric atmosphere that set the stage for Trisna’s extraordinary feat. Ellyse Perry initiated the over with a boundary. Unfazed, Trisna displayed exemplary skill and composure, taking swift vengeance by taking three wickets in the last three deliveries, dismissing Perry, Sophie Molineux, and Beth Mooney in quick succession. This spectacular hat-trick, the fifth in women’s cricket this year, left fans and commentators in awe of her talent.
Fariha Trisna emerged from the game with astounding figures, boasting 4 wickets for just 19 runs in her full quota of four overs, including a maiden. Limiting Australia to a total of 161/8, Trisna’s performance significantly contributed to the containment of the Australian batting lineup and bolstered Bangladesh’s chances of squaring the series.
The hat-trick once again put Trisna in the spotlight, reigniting the excitement generated by her debut year in 2022 when she had previously taken a hat-trick. The news of her latest achievement spread rapidly, making her the toast of the nation and a source of pride for her compatriots.
Australia’s tour of Bangladesh had previously seen the visitors dominate in a series of one-day internationals, with the home team unable to breach the 100-run threshold across the three matches. Following the disappointment in the ODIs, the Bangladesh team, revitalized by Trisna’s performance, will certainly be seeking a restorative victory in the T20Is.
The teams fielded for this crucial match were comprised of skilled players from both sides. Australia lined up with Grace Harris, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Wareham, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Ellyse Perry, Annabel Sutherland, Alyssa Healy (captain), Beth Mooney, Sophie Molineux, and Megan Schutt. Bangladesh’s team consisted of Dilara Akter, Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana (captain), Fahima Khatun, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Shorifa Khatun, and the hero of the hour, Fariha Trisna.
As the series unfolds, all eyes will remain fixed on young Trisna, who has already demonstrated her capability to alter the course of a game with her exceptional bowling. Bangladesh’s spirits have undoubtedly been lifted by her stellar performance, fortifying their resolve to compete fiercely as they advance in the T20I series against the formidable Australian side.
