Bangladesh Women Squad For ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Announced

Bangladesh have named a balanced 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, with Nigar Sultana Joty continuing as captain and Nahida Akter serving as vice-captain.

Bangladesh women’s national cricket team have officially announced their 15-player squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Experienced wicketkeeper-batter Nigar Sultana Joty will continue leading the side, while spinner Nahida Akter has been appointed vice-captain for the global tournament.

Bangladesh will open their campaign against the Netherlands women’s national cricket team on June 14 at Edgbaston in Birmingham. The opening fixture is expected to play a major role in setting the tone for their tournament journey.

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Balanced Squad Combines Experience And Young Talent

Bangladesh selectors have opted for a balanced combination of senior players and emerging talents for the tournament. Young fast bowler Marufa Akter and experienced spinner Fahima Khatun are among the key names in the bowling unit.

In the batting department, Sharmin Akter Supta and Sobhana Mostary are expected to provide stability, while young talents like Shorna Akter add attacking intent to the squad. All-rounders Ritu Moni and Sultana Khatun will also play crucial roles by contributing in both departments.

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Bangladesh Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Sultana Khatun, Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Taj Nehar

Bangladesh have been placed in Group A alongside Australia women’s national cricket team, India women’s national cricket team, Pakistan women’s national cricket team, South Africa women’s national cricket team, and the Netherlands Women for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.