Bangladesh Women on Top as USA Women Chase 160 in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier 2026
Kathmandu: Bangladesh Women maintained firm control of the contest against United States of America Women in the 2nd Match of Group A of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier 2026 at the Mulpani Cricket Ground, Kathmandu, as USA Women reached 37 without loss in 6 overs while chasing a target of 160 runs.
After winning the toss, USA Women opted to bowl first, a decision that initially appeared promising but Bangladesh Women capitalized on batting-friendly conditions to post a competitive total of 159 for 5 in 20 overs.
Bangladesh Women Post Strong Total
Bangladesh Women showed composure and depth in their batting lineup to reach 159/5, putting consistent pressure on the USA bowlers throughout the innings. The total proved challenging on a surface offering some assistance to spinners, setting up a demanding chase for the Americans.
USA Women Begin Steadily in the Chase
In response, USA Women began cautiously but positively, reaching 37/0 after 6 overs, maintaining a current run rate of 6.17. However, with 123 runs required from 84 balls, the required run rate has climbed to 8.79, indicating a tough task ahead.
Openers Disha Dhingra and Chetna Pagydyala stitched together an unbeaten 37-run partnership off 36 balls, providing stability at the top.
- Disha Dhingra looked the more fluent batter, scoring 23 runs off 20 balls, including three boundaries, striking at 115.00.
- Chetna Pagydyala played a supporting role with 12 runs off 16 balls, anchoring the innings from the other end.
Bangladesh Bowlers Keep Things Tight
Bangladesh’s bowlers focused on disciplined lines and lengths to restrict scoring opportunities during the Powerplay.
- Marufa Akter bowled three overs for 19 runs, maintaining pressure despite not picking up a wicket.
- Shanjida Akter Meghla was economical early on, conceding just 2 runs in her opening over.
- Nahida Akter provided control through her left-arm spin, giving away 9 runs in her first over.
- Ritu Moni joined the attack in the sixth over and conceded 7 runs, including a boundary.
Despite no wickets falling, Bangladesh managed to limit USA Women to 35 runs in the last five overs, keeping the required rate steadily rising.
Match Situation
At the end of 6 overs:
- USA Women: 37/0
- Target: 160
- Runs Needed: 123 off 84 balls
With wickets in hand but a steep required run rate, USA Women will need sustained aggression in the middle overs, while Bangladesh Women will look to strike quickly and tighten their grip on the match.
