Bangladesh Women vs Scotland Women, 1st Match, Group B | T20 World Cup 2024

Bangladesh Women Overcome Scotland in a Thriller in T20 World Cup Opener

Bangladesh Women edged out Scotland Women in a closely contested Group B encounter of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 held at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Bangladesh, opting to bat first, set a target of 120 runs, scoring 119/7 in their 20 overs. Nigar Sultana led with a solid 35-run contribution, while Scotland's Katherine Fraser excelled with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 22 runs.

In response, Scotland managed to put up a determined fight but ultimately fell short, scoring 108/8 in their allotted overs. Despite Kathryn Bryce's efforts with the bat, the Bangladeshi bowlers kept a tight grip on the match. Fahima Khatun and Nahida Akter shined, taking two wickets each and helping Bangladesh secure an 11-run victory.

This win marks a promising start for Bangladesh in their T20 World Cup campaign, setting the tone for upcoming matches in Group B. For Scotland, it was a valiant effort that showcased their potential, but they will be looking to sharpen their batting for future games.

The match saw some exciting cricket, with both teams displaying resilience and determination in the tournament's opening fixture. The tournament continues with more action as other Group B and Group A teams take the field in the coming days.