Bangladesh women’s national cricket team has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England. After a stellar performance in the qualifiers, Bangladesh are heading into the showpiece event with a lot of confidence and new expectations.
The Bangladesh women’s national cricket team secured a place in the World Cup earlier this year after a stellar performance in the Global Qualifiers. They remained unbeaten throughout the tournament and finished on top by dominating both the group matches and the Super Six stage.
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- Bangladesh has announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
- Nigar Sultana Joti will captain the team, while Nahida Akhtar has been made the vice-captain.
- The team will begin its Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against Netherlands on June 14.
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Bangladesh announces 15-member squad for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England
Bangladesh’s consistent performances in the Global Qualifiers will give them a huge boost when they make their seventh appearance at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup since their debut in 2014.
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Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Sunday announced the squad for the mega event, with Nigar Sultana Joti continuing to lead the team. Nahida Akhtar will be Nigar’s deputy at the event.
Bangladesh squad for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026:
Nigar Sultana Joti (captain), Nahida Akhtar (VC), Sharmin Akhtar Supta, Shobhana Mostori, Shorna Akhtar, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatoon, Fariha Islam Trisna, Marufa Akhtar, Shanjida Akhtar Maghla, Sultana Khatoon, Dilara Akhtar, Zuaria Firdous, Tajnehar.
Many more to follow…
