The ICC has released the latest Future Tours Programme (FTP) for women's cricket for the 2025-29 cycle, bringing several key updates aimed at enhancing the global profile of the sport. Among the highlights are dedicated windows for three major T20 leagues: the Women's Premier League (WPL) in January-February, The Hundred in August, and the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) in November. This strategic scheduling ensures uninterrupted participation of international stars, thereby heightening the competition’s appeal and fan engagement across the globe.

ICC unveils new women's FTP with separate windows for WPL, Hundred, and WBBL

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has also shifted the WPL window to January-February from 2026. This adjustment aligns with Cricket Australia's (CA) decision to reschedule its marquee international home fixtures, previously held in mid-January, to a February-March window. The 2025 Women’s Ashes, set to begin in January, will be Australia’s last home series during this time slot until at least 2029. Following the WPL in 2026, Australia is set to host India for a highly anticipated tour, featuring one Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is.

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ICC Women's Championship expanded and new T20 Champions Trophy announced

In a bid to expand the reach of women's cricket, the ICC Women's Championship will now include 11 teams, with Zimbabwe joining as the latest addition. This expansion follows the recent inclusion of Bangladesh and Ireland, underscoring the ICC’s commitment to growing the women’s game. With Zimbabwe’s addition, every Full Member of the ICC, except Afghanistan, will now field a team in the ODI Championship. The current cycle will culminate in the 2025 ODI World Cup in India, promising a highly competitive format with new entrants.

The ICC also introduced a T20 Champions Trophy, set to be hosted by Sri Lanka in 2027. This event is part of ICC’s strategy to have at least one global women’s tournament every year, with the Champions Trophy joining an already busy schedule of major events. In 2028, fans can look forward to the inclusion of cricket in the Los Angeles Olympics (August) and the T20 World Cup (September), which will take place within a 14-month period, offering fans an action-packed calendar of top-level women’s cricket.

IND-W vs BAN-W Match Preview

India will face Bangladesh in the first semi-final of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024. Bangladesh will be ecstatic with their return after losing to Sri Lanka in the first match. Though it appears that India will be too much for Bangladesh, both countries will be confident following their recent victories. Opener Murshida Khatun and skipper Nigar Sultana are in good form in the top three and will be critical in keeping Bangladesh competitive in this match. India cruised to the semi-finals, and we are confident they will easily advance to the final. There has been no serious competition for India, and even the most successful team from Group B poses no significant threat.

IND-W vs BAN-W Match Details

India-W vs Bangladesh-W – Semi Final Match, Women’s Asia Cup-2024

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 26th July 2024 at 02:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports

IND-W vs BAN-W Venue Stats

IND-W vs BAN-W Pitch Report

Dambulla will be a slow track with spinner assistance, and the ball’s bounce will be variable. In this match, we expect the bat-ball balance to tilt towards the ball, with average scores ranging from 150 to 170 runs.

IND-W vs BAN-W Weather Report

There is no chance of rain on match day. It will be overcast, and the temperature will be around 20 degrees.

IND-W vs BAN-W Last Five Matches

IND-W vs BAN-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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IND-W vs BAN-W Probable Playing XIs:

Bangladesh-W Probable Playing XIs

Dilara Akter, Murshida Khatun, Ishma Tanjim, Ritu Moni, Rumana Ahmed, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Rabeya Khan, Shorna Akter, Jahanara Alam, Nahida Akter, Sabikun Nahar

India-W Probable Playing XIs

Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Dayalan Hemalatha, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Renuka Thakur Singh, Tanuja Kanwar

Topmost Picks for IND-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Bangladesh-W

Top Picks – India-W

• Deepti Sharma – All-rounder skipper Deepti Sharma is going through a rough patch with her batting. Deepti has 94 runs in 7 innings at a strike rate of 102.17.
• Pooja Vastrakar – She has 10 wickets this year at an economy of 5.96 – the lowest among her teammates.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for IND-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Richa Ghosh, Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma(C), Murshida Khatun(VC), Deepti Sharma, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Radha Yadav, Renuka Thakur Singh

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for IND-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Richa Ghosh, Smriti Mandhana(VC), Shafali Verma, Murshida Khatun, Deepti Sharma(C), Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Radha Yadav, Renuka Thakur Singh

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Deepti Sharma, Shafali Verma

Vice-captain – Murshida Khatun, Smriti Mandhana

Wicketkeeper – Richa Ghosh

IND-W vs BAN-W Probable Winners:

India’s women are far superior in comparison. Not only is the squad far more formidable in terms of ability and experience, but they’ve also been in much better form, and we believe they’ll win this semi-final. Considering the team combination, India-W are expected to win this match.

BAN-W vs ML-W Match Preview

Bangladesh faces Malaysia in their final group stage match, with a semi-final spot on the line. Bangladesh is level on points with Thailand, with one win and one loss from two games, but they are ranked lower on the points table due to a lower NRR. Malaysian women have yet to open up their accounts in the competition and are out of contention to advance to the semi-finals. Bangladesh has dominated all three encounters with Malaysia, so it is safe to assume that they are the favourites to win this contest. But, as they say, cricket is a funny game, and any team can defeat another on their day.

BAN-W vs ML-W Match Details

Bangladesh-W vs Malaysia-W – 11th Match, Women’s Asia Cup-2024

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 24th July 2024 at 02:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports

BAN-W vs ML-W Venue Stats

BAN-W vs ML-W Pitch Report

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is ideal for batting. Runs flow freely, making it difficult for the bowler to keep things under control. Fast bowlers will need to vary their speeds and be clever to outwit batsmen.

BAN-W vs ML-W Weather Report

The climate in Dambulla is expected to be breezy and pleasant throughout the game. There is little chance of rain, so we should have a full match.

BAN-W vs ML-W Last Five Matches

BAN-W vs ML-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Former Sri Lanka Under-19 skipper Dhammika Niroshana shot dead at age 41

BAN-W vs ML-W Probable Playing XIs:

Malaysia-W Probable Playing XIs

Winifred Duraisingam (c), Wan Julia (wk), Elsa Hunter, Mahirah Izzati Ismail, Ainna Hamizah Hashim, Aina Najwa, Amalin Sorfina, Suabika Manivannan, Aisya Eleesa, Dhanusri Muhunan, Nur Izzatul Syafiqa

Bangladesh-W Probable Playing XIs

Dilara Akter, Murshida Khatun, Ishma Tanjim, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Shorna Akter, Rumana Ahmed, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Sabikun Nahar

Topmost Picks for BAN-W vs ML-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Malaysia-W

Top Picks – Bangladesh-W

• Nigar Sultans – Nigar Sultans showed excellent form with the bat for Bangladesh and scored unbeaten 48 off 59 balls with the help of six boundaries.
• Nahida Akter – Nahida Akter bowled exceedingly well for Bangladesh women and finished with excellent figures of 3 for 12 in her full quota of overs.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BAN-W vs ML-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Wan Julia, Elsa Hunter, Murshida Khatun, Ritu Moni(VC), Winifred Duraisingam, Mahirah Izzati Ismail(C), Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Suabika Manivannan

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for BAN-W vs ML-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana(C), Wan Julia, Elsa Hunter, Dilara Akter, Ritu Moni, Winifred Duraisingam(VC), Mahirah Izzati Ismail, Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Suabika Manivannan

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Nigar Sultana, Mahirah Izzati Ismail

Vice-captain – Winifred Duraisingam, Ritu Moni

Wicketkeeper – Nigar Sultana

BAN-W vs ML-W Probable Winners:

Based on their current form, Bangladesh women will be clear favorites to defeat Malaysia women. With Nigar Sultana, Shorna Akter, and Nahida Akter demonstrating excellent form in the previous match, the team’s management will be hoping for a clinical performance with bat and ball in this fixture. Considering the team combination, Bangladesh-W are expected to win this match.

ML-W vs TL-W Match Preview

Bangladesh women will face Thailand women in the eighth match of Group B of the 2024 Women’s Asia Cup T20 on Monday at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Dambulla. Bangladesh women lost their opening match to Sri Lanka women. Skipper Nigar Sultana will be hoping that the team can mount a strong comeback in this match. Thailand women won comfortably by 22 runs over Malaysia women, thanks to outstanding performances from N Koncharoenkai, Phannita Maya, and Onnicha Kamchomphu. Bangladesh women are going to take heart from the fact they have won all nine T20 matches against Thai women.

BAN-W vs TL-W Match Details

Bangladesh-W vs Thailand-W – 08th Match, Women’s Asia Cup-2024

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 22th July 2024 at 07:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports

BAN-W vs TL-W Venue Stats

BAN-W vs TL-W Pitch Report

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is ideal for batting. Runs flow freely, making it difficult for the bowler to keep things under control. Fast bowlers will need to vary their speeds and be clever to outwit batsmen.

BAN-W vs TL-W Weather Report

The climate in Dambulla is expected to be breezy and pleasant throughout the game. There is little chance of rain, so we should have a full match.

BAN-W vs TL-W Last Five Matches

BAN-W vs TL-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Former Sri Lanka Under-19 skipper Dhammika Niroshana shot dead at age 41

BAN-W vs TL-W Probable Playing XIs:

Thailand-W Probable Playing XIs

Nattaya Boochatham, Nannaphat Chaihan, Suwanan Khiaoto, Nannapat Koncharoenkai (wk), Phannita Maya, Chanida Sutthiruang, Rosenan Kanoh, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thipatcha Putthawong (c), Suleeporn Laomi, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi

Bangladesh-W Probable Playing XIs

Dilara Akter, Ishma Tanjim, Rubya Haider, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Shorifa Khatun, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Sultana Khatun

Topmost Picks for BAN-W vs TL-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Thailand-W

Top Picks – Bangladesh-W

• Nigar Sultans – Nigar Sultans showed excellent form with the bat for Bangladesh and scored unbeaten 48 off 59 balls with the help of six boundaries.
• Nahida Akter – Nahida Akter bowled exceedingly well for Bangladesh women and finished with excellent figures of 3 for 12 in her full quota of overs.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BAN-W vs TL-W Dream11 Team:

Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Nigar Sultana, Ritu Moni, Phannita Maya, Nattaya Boochatham(C), Chanida Sutthiruang, Shorna Akter(VC), Sultana Khatun, Shorifa Khatun, Nahida Akter, Onnicha Kamchomphu

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for BAN-W vs TL-W Dream11 Team:

Nannapat Koncharoenkai(VC), Nigar Sultana(C), Ritu Moni, Phannita Maya, Nattaya Boochatham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Shorna Akter, Sultana Khatun, Shorifa Khatun, Nahida Akter, Onnicha Kamchomphu

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Nigar Sultana, Nattaya Boochatham

Vice-captain – Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Shorna Akter

Wicketkeeper – Nigar Sultana

BAN-W vs TL-W Probable Winners:

Based on their current form, Bangladesh women will be clear favorites to defeat Thailand women. With Nigar Sultana, Shorna Akter, and Nahida Akter demonstrating excellent form in the previous match, the team’s management will be hoping for a clinical performance with bat and ball in this fixture. Considering the team combination, Thailand-W are expected to win this match.

SL-W vs BAN-W Match Preview

As the host of the Women’s Asian Cup 2024, Sri Lanka will face high expectations. They face a struggling Bangladeshi team that has lost five consecutive games heading into this match. Bangladesh has reason to be concerned with its poor head-to-head performance against Sri Lanka. Bangladesh has lost nine of its 12 matches against Sri Lanka. This does not bode well for Bangladesh’s chances of making a strong start to the tournament. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are both looking to get off to a good start, as Malaysia and Thailand have already played their games. Depending on the outcome of Malaysia’s game against Thailand, Sri Lanka may have significant motivation to pick up points in this opening match.

SL-W vs BAN-W Match Details

Sri Lanka-W vs Bangladesh-W – 04th Match, Women’s Asia Cup-2024

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 20th July 2024 at 07:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports

SL-W vs BAN-W Venue Stats

SL-W vs BAN-W Pitch Report

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is ideal for batting. Runs flow freely, making it difficult for the bowler to keep things under control. Fast bowlers will need to vary their speeds and be clever to outwit batsmen.

SL-W vs BAN-W Weather Report

The climate in Dambulla is expected to be breezy and pleasant throughout the game. There is little chance of rain, so we should have a full match.

SL-W vs BAN-W Last Five Matches

SL-W vs BAN-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Former Sri Lanka Under-19 skipper Dhammika Niroshana shot dead at age 41

SL-W vs BAN-W Probable Playing XIs:

Bangladesh-W Probable Playing XIs

Rubya Haider, Murshida Khatun, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Shorna Akter, Dilara Akter, Nigar Sultana, Shorifa Khatun, Sultana Khatun, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter

Sri Lanka-W Probable Playing XIs

Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshika Silva, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Chamari Athapaththu, Ama Kanchana, Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera, Sachini Nisansala, Sugandika Kumari, Kawya Kavindi, Inoshi Priyadharshani

Topmost Picks for SL-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Bangladesh-W

Top Picks – Sri Lanka-W

• Vishmi Gunaratne – Vishmi Gunaratne will be looking to continue her excellent form this year. From her 12 innings in 2024, Gunaratne has been able to come up with 324 runs.
• Inoshi Priyadharshani – Inoshi Priyadharshani will be the pick of the bowlers and she has come up with 12 wickets from her last eight games. Her total WT20I record is also impressive with 30 wickets from 25 innings at an economy rate of just 5.68.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SL-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva, Vishmi Gunaratne, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter, Kavisha Dilhari(C), Shorifa Khatun, Chamari Athapaththu, Nahida Akter(VC), Sugandika Kumari

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SL-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva, Vishmi Gunaratne, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter(VC), Kavisha Dilhari, Shorifa Khatun, Chamari Athapaththu(C), Nahida Akter, Sugandika Kumari

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Chamari Athapaththu, Kavisha Dilhari

Vice-captain – Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter

Wicketkeeper – Nigar Sultana

SL-W vs BAN-W Probable Winners:

Bangladesh Women have struggled significantly in recent matches. Sri Lanka has been in decent form leading up to the tournament, with three wins in the last five. The Sri Lankan team has a decent amount of experience. The strength of Sri Lanka’s batting line-up will ultimately benefit the hosts. Considering the team combination, Sri Lanka-W are expected to win this match.

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Preview

Match 20 of the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup brings South Africa Women and Bangladesh Women together on Tuesday evening. South Africa Women have won one of their three fixtures in the tournament with Bangladesh Women losing all three of their contests. After defeats against Sri Lanka Women and Australia Women in the competition, South Africa Women must win this game to progress to the semi-finals. They have an excellent record against Bangladesh Women and will be confident. Bangladesh Women have lost by seven wickets, eight wickets, and 71 runs in their three matches in this tournament. It would be a surprise if they were competitive against South Africa Women.

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Details

South Africa-W vs Bangladesh-W – 20th Match

Venue: Newlands – Cape town

Date & Time: 21st February 2023 at 10:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Pitch Report

Spinners continue to pick up wickets at a strong rate at Newlands in the tournament. It is also a good batting wicket and a par score will be around 165.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

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SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus (c), Chloe Tryon, Delmi Tucker, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Bangladesh-W Probable Playing XIs

Shamima Sultana (wk), Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana (c), Shorna Akter, Rumana Ahmed, Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Salma Khatun, Marufa Akter

Topmost Picks for SA-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Prediction, 20th Match:

Top Picks – South Africa-W

• Marizanne Kapp – The all-rounder has failed to make a contribution with the bat in this campaign but has been very dangerous with the ball picking up five wickets.

• Tazmin Brits – The 32 year old opener has made five half-centuries in WT20Is and took the attack to Australia Women with six fours and one six on Saturday.

Top Picks – Bangladesh-W

• Nigar Sultana – The captain is the leading run scorer for her country in this campaign. She hit a very impressive 57 against Australia Women last Tuesday.

• Fahima Khatun – The 30 year old leg-spinner took two wickets in two balls in Match 12 including dismissing New Zealand Women’s captain Sophie Devine for a golden duck.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Shamima Sultana, Nigar Sultana, Laura Wolvaardt(C), Murshida Khatun, Sune Luus, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter(VC), Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Marufa Akter, Shabnim Ismail

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SA-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt, Murshida Khatun, Sune Luus, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Chloe Tryon(VC), Marizanne Kapp(C), Marufa Akter, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp

Vice-captain – Shorna Akter, Chloe Tryon

Wicketkeeper – Nigar Sultana

SA-W vs BAN-W 20th Match Probable Winners:

After three heavy defeats already in this tournament, very few pundits expect Bangladesh Women to cause South Africa Women many problems in this game. For the hosts, this match gives them the opportunity to find some form, particularly with the bat, ahead of a tough semi-final fixture. We are predicting a one-sided contest with South Africa Women getting the victory. Considering the team combination, South Africa-W is expected to win this match.