Bangladesh Women Register 6-Wicket Win Over Netherlands Women in Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

Bangladesh Women secured an important victory in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, defeating Netherlands Women by six wickets in their Group A encounter. A composed batting performance led by Juairiya Ferdous helped Bangladesh successfully chase down the target and earn valuable points in the tournament.

Batting first, Netherlands Women posted 139/8 in their 20 overs. Captain Babette de Leede anchored the innings with a well-crafted half-century, scoring 50 runs from 45 deliveries. Contributions from the middle order helped the Dutch side reach a competitive total despite regular breakthroughs by the Bangladesh bowling attack.

Bangladesh’s bowlers maintained discipline throughout the innings, with Marufa Akter and other bowlers picking up crucial wickets to prevent the Netherlands from building major partnerships.

In reply, Bangladesh Women approached the chase with confidence and positive intent. Opener Juairiya Ferdous produced a brilliant innings of 50 runs from just 33 balls, striking seven boundaries and two sixes. Her aggressive batting gave Bangladesh the perfect platform in the chase.

After the early momentum provided by Ferdous, Sharmin Akhter played a steady unbeaten knock of 37 runs, while Shorna Akter added an unbeaten 18 to guide Bangladesh safely to the target.

Bangladesh Women eventually reached 141/4 in 19.1 overs, completing the chase with five balls to spare and securing a well-deserved victory.

The win gives Bangladesh Women a positive start in Group A and boosts their confidence heading into the upcoming matches of the tournament.

Match Summary

Netherlands Women

139/8 (20 Overs)

• Babette de Leede – 50 (45)
• Heather Siegers – 16 (13)
• Iris Zwilling – 13* (11)

Bangladesh Women

141/4 (19.1 Overs)

• Juairiya Ferdous – 50 (33)
• Sharmin Akhter – 37* (32)
• Dilara Akter – 26 (23)

Result

Bangladesh Women won by 6 wickets

Player of the Match

Juairiya Ferdous

• 50 runs off 33 balls
• 7 fours
• 2 sixes

Tournament

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Group A

Key Highlights

Juairiya Ferdous scored a match-winning half-century.

Bangladesh successfully chased 140 with six wickets in hand.

Babette de Leede top-scored for the Netherlands with 50 runs.

Bangladesh earned crucial points in Group A.