Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana, will embark on their Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 journey against Scotland in the tournament opener on Thursday, October 3. The match will be played at the Sharjah International Cricket Stadium, commencing at 3:30 PM IST.
Bangladesh, who recently lost to Sri Lanka in a warm-up game, will be eager to showcase their talent and make a mark in Group B. The group also includes England, South Africa, West Indies, and Scotland.
Captain Sultana expressed her team’s determination to prove their worth. “We are excited to start our World Cup campaign against Scotland,” she said. “It’s a great opportunity for us to show the world what we can do.”
Bangladesh will be hoping to upset some of the more established teams in the group and secure a spot in the knockout stages. They will need to rely on their key players, including all-rounder Fahima Khatun, who has been in impressive form lately.
Scotland, on the other hand, will be making their debut in the Women’s T20 World Cup. They will be led by Sarah Bryce and will be looking to make a strong impression.
The match between Bangladesh and Scotland promises to be an intriguing contest. Both teams will be eager to start their World Cup campaigns on a positive note.
