Bangladesh Women U19 defeated Pakistan Women U19 by 36 runs in the third match of the Tri-Nation T20 Series on Saturday at the Sheikh Kamal International Cricket Stadium.
This was Pakistan’s first loss in the event as their first match in the tournament against Sri Lanka was washed out without a ball being bowled.
Bangladesh Women U19 won the toss and decided to bat first. They ended with 136-4 in 20 overs.
Anosha claimed two wickets while Maham and Mahnoor bagged one each.
In reply, Pakistan Women U19 could only muster 100 for the loss of seven wickets in 20 overs. Eyman Fatima hit 39 from 43, along with five boundaries and a maximum, until she was removed by Rabeya.
Afia Asima Era returned with two wickets, while Faria Akhtar and Khan dismissed a batter each.
The Mahnoor Aftab-led side will lock horns with Sri Lanka Women U19 in their next match, to be played on 30 January 2024.
Scores in brief:
Bangladesh Women U19 beat Pakistan Women U19 by 36 runs
Bangladesh Women U19 136-4, 20 overs (Sumaiya Akhter 32, Arbin Tani 31; Anosha Nasir 2-22)
Pakistan Women U19 100-7, 20 overs (Eyman Fatima 39, Samiya Afsar 25; Afia Asima 2-12)
Player of the match – Rabeya Khan (Bangladesh Women U19)