Hayley Matthews Leads West Indies Against Bangladesh
The West Indies, led by Hayley Matthews, will look to challenge Bangladesh's winning streak, while Pakistan will aim to secure a win against Thailand to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the World Cup. The Qualifier has seen some exciting matches so far, with teams showcasing their skills and determination.
Bangladesh secured a 34-run victory over Scotland in the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, with Nigar Sultana scoring 83 runs off 59 balls, while Fargana Hoque and Sharmin Akhter both scored 57 runs each.
The match saw Scotland's top-scorer Sarah Bryce make 42 runs, but the team struggled to keep up with Bangladesh's total of 276 for six. Nahida Akter took four wickets for 40 runs for Bangladesh, while Jannatul Ferdus took two wickets for 43. This win gives Bangladesh six points from three consecutive wins and a strong chance to qualify for the World Cup, along with Pakistan.
In another match, Ireland defeated Thailand by 46 runs, with Louise Little taking five wickets for 28 runs and Amy Hunter scoring 76 runs. Ireland scored 305 for four in 50 overs, while Thailand scored 259 in 49.1 overs. The upcoming matches will see Pakistan face Thailand, while Bangladesh will play West Indies, led by Hayley Matthews.
The ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier is heating up, with teams competing fiercely for a spot in the World Cup. Bangladesh's win over Scotland has put them in a strong position, but they will face a tough challenge against the West Indies, led by the experienced Hayley Matthews.