BAN-W vs PAK-W, Womens T20 WC, 20 June 2026- Bangladesh Women Defeat Pakistan Women by 23 Runs in Women's T20 World Cup Thriller

Shorna Akter's Late Blitz Lifts Bangladesh

After being asked to bat first, Bangladesh got off to a disastrous start, losing three wickets for just 13 runs inside the first five overs.

Captain Nigar Sultana steadied the innings with a composed knock of 36 runs off 38 balls, while Sobhana Mostary contributed 22 runs.

Bangladesh struggled to accelerate during the middle overs, but Shorna Akter changed the momentum with an outstanding unbeaten 39 off 22 balls, smashing five boundaries at a strike rate of 177.27. Her late flourish helped Bangladesh post 123/6 in 20 overs.

Bangladesh Women Top Scorers
Shorna Akter – 39* (22)
Nigar Sultana – 36 (38)
Sobhana Mostary – 22 (19)

Pakistan's bowling attack was led by captain Fatima Sana, who claimed 2 wickets for 18 runs, while Nashra Sandhu conceded just 14 runs from her four overs.

Pakistan Start Well but Collapse Under Pressure

Chasing 124, Pakistan began positively through Muneeba Ali (25) and Gull Feroza (23), who added 49 runs for the opening wicket.

However, Bangladesh's spinners turned the match around dramatically.

After the dismissal of Gull Feroza, Pakistan lost wickets at regular intervals and failed to build any meaningful partnerships. The middle order struggled against disciplined bowling, with Aliya Riaz, Saira Jabeen and Tuba Hassan all falling cheaply.

Pakistan eventually finished on 100/8 in 20 overs, falling 23 runs short of the target.

Pakistan Women Top Scorers
Muneeba Ali – 25 (30)
Gull Feroza – 23 (18)
Ayesha Zafar – 11 (12)
Nahida Akter and Meghla Shine with the Ball

Bangladesh's bowlers executed their plans perfectly throughout the chase.

Left-arm spinner Nahida Akter was outstanding, taking 3 wickets for 18 runs in her four overs, including the crucial wickets of Muneeba Ali and Pakistan captain Fatima Sana.

Young pacer Sanjida Akter Meghla matched her effort with figures of 3/21, removing Ayesha Zafar, Aliya Riaz and Saira Jabeen.

Other contributions came from:

Rabeya Khan – 1/17
Ritu Moni – 1/24

Their combined effort ensured Pakistan never recovered after a promising start.

Match Summary

Bangladesh Women: 123/6 (20 Overs)

Shorna Akter 39* (22)
Nigar Sultana 36 (38)
Sobhana Mostary 22 (19)

Pakistan Women: 100/8 (20 Overs)

Muneeba Ali 25 (30)
Gull Feroza 23 (18)
Nahida Akter 3/18
Sanjida Akter Meghla 3/21

Result: Bangladesh Women won by 23 runs.

Player of the Match

🏆 Shorna Akter (Bangladesh Women)

The young batter delivered a game-changing unbeaten 39 from just 22 balls, providing the late acceleration that ultimately proved decisive in Bangladesh's victory.

Key Turning Point

Pakistan were well placed at 49/0 before Bangladesh's bowlers triggered a dramatic collapse. The dismissal of Gull Feroza sparked a sequence of wickets that completely shifted momentum in Bangladesh's favor.

Conclusion

Bangladesh Women showcased tremendous fighting spirit and tactical discipline to defend a below-par total. Shorna Akter's explosive finish with the bat and the exceptional bowling performances from Nahida Akter and Sanjida Akter Meghla ensured a crucial victory that strengthens Bangladesh's position in Group 1 of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026.