Timing OCT 3 | 2:00 PM Local (Sharjah cricket stadium, Sharjah)
As the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup heats up, fans are excited about the upcoming clash between Bangladesh and Scotland. Both teams are set to showcase their best players in what promises to be a thrilling contest. Here’s all you need to know about the players, captains, and stats for this exciting matchup.
Bangladesh Team: Players and Key Stats
Led by captain Nigar Sultana, the Bangladesh women’s cricket team boasts a mix of experienced players and promising young talents.
- Nigar Sultana (Captain) – A key batter with a strike rate of 98.6 in T20 internationals, known for anchoring innings.
- Shamima Sultana – A consistent opener with a strike rate of 95.3 in the previous tournaments.
- Rumana Ahmed – An all-rounder with a bowling economy of 6.1 and a strike rate of 104 in T20 matches.
- Salma Khatun – A top-performing bowler, known for her ability to break partnerships, with an economy rate of 5.8.
- Nahida Akter – A left-arm spinner with an excellent economy rate of 5.3.
Scotland Team: Players and Key Stats
Scotland is captained by Kathryn Bryce, an all-rounder known for her strong leadership and versatile cricketing skills.
- Kathryn Bryce (Captain) – She leads from the front with a strike rate of 91.7 and an impressive bowling economy of 5.9.
- Sarah Bryce – A top-order batter, averaging a strike rate of 98.4, vital to Scotland’s scoring.
- Abtaha Maqsood – A leg-spinner with a sharp economy rate of 6.2, capable of turning the game with her bowling.
- Priyanaz Chatterji – A solid middle-order batter with a strike rate of 85, along with useful medium pace bowling.
- Lorna Jack – Known for her hard-hitting abilities with a strike rate of 100 in her recent matches.
Previous Performances
- In previous encounters, Nigar Sultana scored 42 off 35 balls against Scotland, while Rumana Ahmed chipped in with a crucial 36 off 28 balls.
- For Scotland, Kathryn Bryce led the charge with a score of 47 off 40 balls in their last face-off with Bangladesh.
Where to Watch
Cricket fans can catch all the live action of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on leading sports channels and streaming platforms like ESPN, Star Sports, and Hotstar. Stay tuned for updates on live scores and in-depth match analysis.
The Road Ahead
As Bangladesh and Scotland gear up for this crucial match, both teams will look to capitalize on their strengths and move forward in the tournament. The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to provide an exciting contest between these two teams, so make sure to follow all the updates, scores, and highlights.
