Kicking off the latest edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in UAE, Nigar Sultana led Bangladesh defeated Scotland by 16 runs on Thursday in a closely-contest match thanks to a fine spell from their bowlers, particularly Ritu Moni.
Bangladesh stand-in skipper Nahida Akhter pointed out that their middle order has become the major issue in their series against India after losing the second ODI at Shere Bangla Stadium on Wednesday.
Bangladesh have included Sanjida Akther Maghla, Fariha Islam Trishna, Rabeya and Sultana Khatun to fill the gaps in the squad. Khatun could be in line to make her international debut for Bangladesh, having yet to be capped by the national side. The selectors have decided to rest senior membe
New Zealand scored 123 runs owing to swift starts by openers Bates and Devine. Devine sped to a 39-ball 42 that had four fours, while Bates finished with an 80-ball 51. Salma Khatun struck in the 16th over to dismiss Devine, and Ritu Moni struck in the 26th to dismiss Bates.