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ICC World Cup 2023 Warm-up Schedule: Full fixture list, match timings and venues
With less than 40 days remaining until the ICC World Cup 2023, teams are currently busy in the last phase of their screening processes. As part of the final preparations, the countries participating in the World Cup will have the opportunity to play multiple matches in India, the main venue of the World Cup. It was already known that Bangladesh would play at least two matches in India before the World Cup. Now, the complete schedule of the warm-up matches for the ICC men’s cricket World Cup 2023 has been published.
Schedules and fixtures of ICC World Cup 2023 warm-up matches
Table: ICC cricket World Cup Matches 2023: Schedules and fixtures
Date
Match
Venue
Time (Bangladesh Time)
Friday, September 29
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
2:30 PM
South Africa vs Afghanistan
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
2:30 PM
New Zealand vs Pakistan
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
2:30 PM
Saturday, September 30
India vs England
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
2:30 PM
Australia vs Netherlands
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
2:30 PM
Monday, October 2
England vs Bangladesh
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
2:30 PM
New Zealand vs South Africa
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
2:30 PM
Tuesday, October 3
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
2:30 PM
India vs Netherlands
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
2:30 PM
Pakistan vs Australia
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
2:30 PM
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Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, Team List
ICC will organize a total of 10 warm-up matches in 4 days before the World Cup. The matches will be held in three stadiums in India. Each team will get two matches to familiarize themselves with the conditions. According to the ICC, all the preparatory matches will be in the day and night schedule. Each match will start at 2:30 pm Bangladesh time. All 15 players are allowed to play in these warm-up matches. The World Cup Captain's Day will be held on October 4 after the October 3 matches. The captains of the participating teams will be introduced on this day. On the 5th, the main event of this World Cup will begin with the match between the two finalists of the last World Cup, England vs. New Zealand.
South Africa, Afghanistan, New Zealand, and Pakistan will play World Cup preparation matches on September 29. The Proteas vs. Afghanistan match will be played at Greenfield International Stadium and the Pakistan-Kiwis match at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Bangladesh will play Sri Lanka on the same day at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
India-England and Australia-Netherlands will play the next day, on September 30. The first match will be played in Guwahati, and the next match will be played at Greenfield Stadium.
The Tigers' second opponent is the mighty England. The warm-up match will be played at Barsapara Cricket Stadium on October 2. New Zealand will play against South Africa on the same day at Greenfield Stadium.
On the last day of the warm-up schedule, 3 matches will be held on October 3. Afghanistan vs. Sri Lanka in the first match of the day, India vs. Netherlands in the second match, and Pakistan vs. Australia in the third match.
All the warm-up matches will be played 50 overs per side. However, these matches will not carry ODI status as the teams can send all their 15-player squad to the field.
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Venues for World Cup 2023 Warm-up Matches
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
The Assam Cricket Association Stadium, commonly referred to as ACA Stadium or Barsapara Cricket Stadium, is located in Guwahati, Assam, India. Serving as the home field for the Assam cricket team, the stadium is under the Assam Cricket Association. Nestled amidst Assam's natural beauty, this stadium is a modern masterpiece that has hosted numerous thrilling matches. With a seating capacity of around 50,000, it offers an electric atmosphere for cricket enthusiasts.
Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
The Greenfield International Stadium, also known as The Sports Hub and previously called Trivandrum International Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium located in Kerala, India. The stadium was built on 36 acres of land. This stadium is special because it's the first one in India that followed the DBOT (design, build, operate, and transfer) model. The stadium is an important venue for the Kerala cricket team.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
With 55,000 capacity, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will host three World Cup matches. But it will only host two warm-up matches. People sometimes call it Hyderabad Cricket Stadium. The Hyderabad Cricket Association and the Sunrisers Hyderabad team in the Indian Premier League use this stadium as their home ground.
Final Words
ICC World Cup 2023 warm-up matches will play an essential role in preparing teams for the grand stage of the tournament. These matches will give teams a chance to fine-tune their strategies, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and get accustomed to the conditions of the host country. They provide valuable insights into team dynamics and player form, helping captains and coaches make crucial decisions before the actual tournament begins.
Warm-up matches also generate excitement among fans, offering a glimpse of the intense competition that awaits in the World Cup. While the results of these matches may not officially count, the lessons learned and the experience gained will be invaluable as teams strive for success in the World Cup.
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Bangladesh's probable squad for ICC ODI World Cup 2023
As the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 approaches, cricket fans in Bangladesh are buzzing with excitement and anticipation. The national selectors have a challenging task ahead as they try to finalize the country’s best squad for the prestigious global tournament. While the final squad announcement is yet to be made, there are several players who are likely to secure their spots based on their recent performances and contributions to the team. With that note, we have analyzed and made a probable squad for Bangladesh for the 2023 ICC World Cup tournament.
Bangladesh’s Probable Squad for the 2023 ICC Men's ODI World Cup
Table: Probable Team of Bangladesh in the ICC World Cup 2023
Name
Age
Role
Tamim Iqbal
34
Batter
Litton Das
28
Batter, Wicket Keeper
Najmul Hossain Shanto
24
Batter
Mushfiqur Rahim
36
Batter, Wicket Keeper
Towhid Hridoy
22
Batter
Shakib Al Hasan
36
Allrounder
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
25
Allrounder
Mahmudullah
37
Allrounder
Mosaddek Hossain
27
Allrounder
Yasir Ali
27
Batter
Taskin Ahmed
28
Bowler
Shoriful Islam
22
Bowler
Mustafizur Rahman
27
Bowler
Ebadot Hossain
29
Bowler
Hasan Mahmud
23
Bowler
Taijul Islam
31
Bowler
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Tamim Iqbal
Tamim Iqbal’s presence in the world cup is still in doubt. But he might join the squad if situation is favourable.
Tamim Iqbal has been playing cricket for a long time and has been leading the Bangladesh team in ODI matches since 2020. He has done a great job as the captain, and one of the significant achievements during his captaincy was when Bangladesh won a series of ODI matches against South Africa in 2022.
He has been active in international cricket since 2007 and is the highest run-getter in ODIs for Bangladesh. Currently, he has played 241 matches and scored 8313 runs with 56 half-centuries and 14 centuries at a strike rate of 78.54.
Litton Das
Litton Das has an important role in the team to give them a strong and energetic start with his aggressive way of batting. In the last World Cup, he played five matches and did well as a middle-order batsman. He scored 184 runs in those five matches at a strike rate of 110.17, which means he scored runs quickly and helped the team score at a good pace. In this World Cup, Litton might also be appointed as vice captain.
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Overall, Litton played 72 ODIs and collected 2213 runs with the bat at a strike rate of 88.06. Although he does not play as the team’s regular wicketkeeper, he can also be seen behind the wicket with the wicketkeeper’s gloves when required.
Najmul Hossain Shanto
Shanto will be batting at a crucial position, number three, in the team. He has been playing really well this year and has been in great form. Fans can trust and depend on him because he has already scored 429 runs in 12 ODI matches in 2023. He seems to be a promising player for the team with his impressive performances.
Mushfiqur Rahim
Mushfiqur Rahim, the wicketkeeper-batsman, has been a key player for Bangladesh for more than fifteen years. He has played a big role in winning many matches for the team throughout his cricket career. In September 2022, he decided to retire from T20 internationals so that he could focus more on playing ODI and Test matches. And we have seen the improvements. This year turned out to be his most successful year in terms of ODI performance, as he scored 446 runs in 12 matches at an impressive average of 55.75. His consistency and skill with the bat have been vital for his team’s success in the ODI format.
Further, he is the second-highest run-scorer for his team in the ODI World Cup. He has scored a total of 877 runs in 29 World Cup matches, with a strike rate of 79.71.
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Towhid Hridoy
Twenty-two year old Towhid Hridoy has been a recent wonder in Bangladesh cricket. Against Ireland this year, he missed out on a century on his ODI debut. Still, the innings of 92 runs against Ireland holds a special value. He played 9 matches so far and scored 338 runs with 3 fifties and an impressive 97.68 strike rate. Hridoy will surely play a key role in Bangladesh’s batting lineup.
Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib Al Hasan will be the most crucial player for Bangladesh in the upcoming World Cup because of his exceptional all-round abilities. The 36-year-old cricketer has recently achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Bangladeshi player to take 300 wickets in ODI. His performance with both bat and ball makes him a key asset for the team and a player to watch out for in the tournament.
Shakib Al Hasan is Bangladesh’s most successful player in the World Cup, excelling both as a batsman and a bowler. In the 29 World Cup matches, Shakib has scored an impressive total of 1146 runs, including two centuries and 10 fifties. Shakib has also been impressive with the ball in the 50-over World Cup. He has taken a total of 34 wickets at an economy rate of 5.11, showcasing his skill and effectiveness as a bowler.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Miraz might be included in the starting XI for bowling support and for slight batting support. However, he doesn’t have an impressive performance. This year he played 10 ODI matches and scored 132 runs only. With the ball, he took 9 wickets with 2/35. Overall, he played 77 ODIs for Bangladesh and scored 888 runs and took 88 wickets.
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Mahmudullah
Bangladesh is struggling at the 7th position in batting; Mahmudullah might be a good option in that position. With a vast experience of playing over 200 ODIs, his presence in the World Cup campaign will hold great significance for the team. He has scored 616 runs in 15 innings at a strike rate of 81.58 in three World Cups so far.
Mosaddek Hossain
Mosaddek is another option for the 7th batting position. Although he has not played any ODIs in 2023, he played only one innings in 2022 and scored only 14 runs. But he had a great performance in the Dhaka Premier League. In the 2019 ODI Cricket World Cup, Mosaddek could not even score 30 runs in any match. So, he has a fifty-fifty chance this World Cup.
Yasir Ali
Yasir is another contender apart from Mahmudullah and Mosaddek. Debuting in 2022, he scored a total of 102 runs from 9 matches. And this year, he has appeared in 2 matches so far and contributed 24 runs.
Taskin Ahmed
With his vast experience, Taskin will lead the pace attack in the upcoming World Cup 2023. The right-arm bowler has taken 81 wickets in 59 ODIs at an economy rate of 5.43. He has played in the World Cup only once and took nine wickets in six matches at an economy rate of 6.37 in the 2015 World Cup. However, the pacer made a grand comeback after being sidelined in the 2019 edition.
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When Bangladesh beat the hosts 2–1 in the three-match ODI series in South Africa in March 2022, Taskin took eight wickets in three matches at an economy rate of 4.86. This year he took 12 wickets in 4 innings. Taskin is currently ranked 45th in the ICC bowler rankings.
Mustafizur Rahman
In addition to Taskin Ahmed, another important player in Bangladesh’s fast bowling attack is Mustafizur Rahman. He is a left-handed bowler, and his bowling style is really effective against right-handed batsmen. Apart from this, his slower cutter also puts the batters in trouble.
The cutter muster is currently Bangladesh’s fourth highest wicket-taker, with 148 wickets in 89 matches at an economy rate of 5.08. This year he played 7 innings and took 7 wickets.
Shoriful Islam
Although Shoriful debuted in 2021, he became a regular in 2022. So far, he has played 17 matches and taken 26 wickets with 4/21 best bowling figures against Afghanistan. This year he appeared in 3 matches and took 7 wickets at a 5.43 economy rate. So, Shariful’s extreme speed will surely help Bangladesh on the World Cup stage.
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Ebadot Hossain
Ebadot Hossain has played only 12 ODIs for Bangladesh but has earned praise from cricket experts for his pace. Batsmen struggle to bat his bowl as his speed is around 140+ km/h. The 29 year old pacer has taken 22 wickets at an economy rate of 5.60 in 11 ODI innings so far. His best bowling figures of 4/42 came against Ireland in an ODI at Sylhet in March this year.
Hasan Mahmud
Hasan Mahmud can bowl tirelessly in long spells. He bowls at a speed of 135 to 142 kmph, and he is a very effective bowler, especially in the death overs. It was seen in domestic events. He appeared in 7 ODI matches this year and took 12 wickets with 5/32 best bowling at 5.21 economy rate.
Taijul Islam
Taijul can be a great support for Bangladesh’s bowling lineup. So, the coach and team management made him ready for the World Cup, as he played 6 matches this year. He took 10 wickets from these 6 matches, with 3/54 at 5.43 econ. Overall, Taijul played 18 ODI matches for Bangladesh and took 30 wickets.
Final Words
So far, we have discussed a predicted Bangladesh squad for ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023. This selection is based on the recent performance of the players as well as comments from the experts and BCB officials. However, before the 2023 World Cup Cricket tournament, all these players are required to put effort into the upcoming Asia Cup.
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Bangladesh's Fixtures for ICC World Cup 2023
India is all set to host the 13th edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup, which is scheduled to take place from October 5 to November 19, 2023. This tournament marks a historic moment as it will be the first time that the competition is being held entirely within the borders of India. In the past, India had the privilege of co-hosting three editions of the tournament, namely in 1987, 1996, and 2011. This will be Bangladesh’s 7th appearance in Cricket World Cup.
The Bangladesh men’s cricket team made its inaugural appearance in the ODI World Cup in 1999 and has participated in a total of six tournaments to date. Despite their consistent efforts, Bangladesh is yet to claim victory and win an ODI World Cup trophy. The team continues to strive for success and aims to make its mark in future tournaments.
Bangladesh’s ICC World Cup 2023 Schedule: Date, Venue, Time
Bangladesh played its debut ODI match against Pakistan on March 31, 1986, at Tyronne Fernando Stadium in Moratuwa. As of now, the Bangladesh Men’s cricket team holds the 7th spot in the ICC Men’s Team Rankings.
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Below is the schedule for Bangladesh in the ODI World Cup 2023, along with the venue and Bangladesh standard time details:
Date
Match
Venue
Time (BD time)
Saturday, 07 October
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala
11:00 AM
Tuesday, 10 October
England vs Bangladesh
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala
2:30 PM
Saturday, 14 October
New Zealand vs Bangladesh
Chidambaram, Chennai
11:00 AM
Thursday, 19 October
India vs Bangladesh
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Gahunje
2:30 PM
Tuesday, 24 October
South Africa vs Bangladesh
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
2:30 PM
Saturday, 28 October
Netherlands vs Bangladesh
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2:30 PM
Tuesday, 31 October
Pakistan vs Bangladesh
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2:30 PM
Monday, 06 November
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
2:30 PM
Sunday, 12 November
Australia vs Bangladesh
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Gahunje
11:00 AM
Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, Team List
Bangladesh's 2023 World Cup campaign kicks off with an exciting match against Afghanistan in Dharamsala on October 7. Throughout the group stage, Bangladesh will be competing in 9 matches held at six different venues across India, namely Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Delhi. After facing Afghanistan in Dharamsala, the team will take on the reigning world champions, England. Additionally, there are two matches scheduled in both Pune and Kolkata.
One of the most anticipated encounters for Bangladesh will be against the host nation, India, which is set to take place on October 19 in Pune. And to conclude their group stage journey, Bangladesh will face Australia on November 12.With a challenging yet promising fixture list, the cricketing world awaits to witness Bangladesh's performances on this grand stage of the World Cup. Bangladesh’s first match in Kolkata is on October 28 against the Netherlands. Bangladesh will also play against Pakistan in Kolkata on October 31. Bangladesh, who finished the World Cup Super League at three, is playing directly in the World Cup.
The tournament featuring 10 teams will be held across 10 different venues. This year’s World Cup will begin with the match between England and New Zealand in Ahmedabad on October 5, who played the last World Cup final. The tournament will last for 46 days. There will be two semifinals in Mumbai on November 15 and Kolkata on November 16. The final match of the tournament will take place in Ahmedabad on November 19.
Prior to the official start of the competition, Bangladesh will participate in three warm-up matches scheduled in Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, and Guwahati. These warm-up matches will be held between September 29 and October 3, allowing the team to fine-tune their preparations before entering the main event.
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Can Bangladesh Win the World Cup 2023?
Over the past 12 years, Bangladesh’s exceptional performance and high-quality cricket on the subcontinent wickets have earned them a place among the favorites. The team’s prowess and consistent display of skills have led to them being shortlisted as strong contenders for the World Cup 2023. The most surprising fact is that Bangladesh has whitewashed its opponents 10 times in the last 12 years in the ODI format. However, series wins are not counted in this list. From this, everyone understands how strong Bangladesh is in ODIs in subcontinental conditions. Ever since the T20 whitewash of England, the chances of Bangladesh winning the World Cup have become more obvious.
Bangladesh is gradually becoming a great team in batting, bowling, and fielding. One of the best bowlers like Mustafiz in this team now tends to lose his chance in the XI. Taskin-Hasan-Ebadot trio is considered one of the best-pacing trios.
Miraz’s pairing with Shakib Al Hasan in spin can be dangerous. If three pacers can do their job well, two spinners can destroy a team. But if the game is played on the spin pitch, who will be the third spinner along with Shakib and Miraz is still in question. However, the team is working on that. A leg spinner is being groomed with that in mind.
Besides Nasum, Taijul are also staying in the race for only one spot. It can be said that the Bangladesh team is almost confirmed for the World Cup. The batting order from 1-6 has also been fixed. Tamim, Litton, Shanto, Shakib, Towhid, and Mushfiq will bat from 1 to 6. But no. 7 is the main concern for the Bangladesh team because this position requires a finisher. Yasir Ali, Afif, Mahmudullah, and Mosaddek are the main contenders for batting at no 7.
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Final Words
So far, we have discussed the scheldude of Bangladesh in the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup tournament. Bangladesh has a great possibility to proceed to the semifinal. In that case, we will get to see at least one more match. And if the Tigers reach the final, we will see them playing on November 19.
ICC World Cup 2023 Venues: Cities and Stadiums in India
Set to take place in India, the 13th edition of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup tournament is scheduled to kick off on October 5 and end on November 19, 2023. The 48 matches of the 2023 World Cup will take place in 10 venues across India. The stadiums are located in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Dharamshala, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Pune. Let’s get to know the details about each venue.
10 Stadiums in India to Host the ICC World Cup 2023
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Narendra Modi Stadium, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, is a renowned cricket stadium known for its magnificence and record-breaking capacity. Formerly known as Motera Stadium, it was renamed in 2021 in honour of the current Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, who served as president of the Gujarat Cricket Association from 2009 to 2014 and the chief minister of the state from 2001 to 2014.
The stadium boasts a massive seating capacity of 132,000 spectators, making it the largest cricket stadium in the world. Established in 1982, it has witnessed numerous historic events, including the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup quarterfinal between India and Australia and the pink-ball Test match between India and England in 2021. With its state-of-the-art facilities and awe-inspiring infrastructure, Narendra Modi Stadium continues to be a symbol of cricketing excellence.
The final match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is scheduled to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 19, 2023.
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M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, is a prestigious cricket stadium that has left an indelible mark on the cricketing landscape. Previously known as the Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium and later renamed after M. Chinnaswamy, a former president (served from 1977 to 1980) of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the stadium is renowned for its electric atmosphere and obsessive fans.
With a seating capacity of around 40,000 spectators, it provides an intimate yet vibrant setting for cricket matches. Established in 1969, the stadium has witnessed several significant events, including Afghanistan’s first test match and memorable Indian Premier League (IPL) encounters.
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M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is a renowned cricket stadium known for its rich history and cricketing culture. With a seating capacity of around 50,000 spectators, it is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Established in 1916, it has hosted numerous significant events, including Test matches, ODIs, and IPL matches. The stadium has witnessed three World Cups in 1987, 1996, and 2011. M. A. Chidambaram Stadium continues to be a cherished venue for cricket enthusiasts and remains an iconic symbol of the sport in Chennai.
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Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Arun Jaitley Stadium, formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, is a renowned cricket stadium situated in New Delhi, the capital city of India. Named after the late Arun Jaitley, a prominent Indian politician and former president of the Delhi & District Cricket Association, the stadium stands as a fitting tribute to his contributions to Indian cricket.
With a seating capacity of approximately 41,842 spectators, Arun Jaitley Stadium provides an exhilarating atmosphere for cricket matches. Established in 1883, it holds the distinction of being one of the oldest cricket venues in India.
This ground witnessed remarkable performances and memorable moments, such as Anil Kumble’s iconic 10 wickets in a test inning against Pakistan in 1999 and Hemu Adhikari and Ghulam Ahmed’s record tenth wicket stand of 111 runs in 1952.
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HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas, the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India, stands as a picturesque cricket venue. With a capacity of around 23,000 spectators, this stadium offers a serene and awe-inspiring backdrop for cricket matches.
Built in 2003, it is a relatively new addition to the cricket scene but has swiftly gained recognition for its unique location and excellent facilities. The HPCA Stadium has hosted several notable matches, including international encounters and IPL matches. Cricketers and fans enjoy the breathtaking views, cool climate, and vibrant atmosphere that make watching a match here a truly memorable experience.
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad
Located in Hyderabad, the capital city of Telangana state in India, the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium stands as a modern and impressive cricket venue. Named in honour of former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, this stadium holds a capacity of approximately 55,000 spectators.
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It was built in 2003; it is a relatively young stadium that has quickly gained recognition for its state-of-the-art facilities and excellent playing conditions. It has witnessed remarkable moments, such as Sachin Tendulkar’s 17,000 runs in ODI.
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Eden Gardens, situated in the bustling city of Kolkata, West Bengal, India, is an iconic cricket stadium with a rich history and a passionate fan base. With a staggering capacity of around 68,000 spectators, it is one of the largest cricket stadiums in the world.
ICC World Cup 2023: Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, Team List
The ICC Men's ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 in India has unveiled its fixtures, along with the ten designated venues for the highly anticipated tournament. On October 5, the Cricket World Cup will begin with an exciting clash between England and New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. India, the proud hosts of the tournament, will begin their campaign on October 8 in Chennai, where they face the mighty Australia, a team that has clinched the World Cup title five times in the past.
ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Schedule and Fixtures
Table: Schedule and Fixtures of ICC Men’s ODI Cricket World Cup 2023
Date
Time (BD)
Matches
Venues
5 October 2023
2:30 PM
England vs New Zealand
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
6 October 2023
2:30 PM
Pakistan vs Netherlands
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
7 October 2023
11:00 AM
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh
HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
7 October 2023
2:30 PM
South Africa vs Sri Lanka
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
8 October 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs India
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
9 October 2023
2:30 PM
New Zealand vs Netherlands
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
10 October 2023
11 AM
Bangladesh vs England
HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
10 October 2023
2:30 PM
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
Hyderabad
11 October 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan vs India
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
12 October 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs South Africa
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
13 October 2023
11:00 AM
Bangladesh vs New Zealand
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
14 October 2023
2:30 PM
India vs Pakistan
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
15 October 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan vs England
Delhi
16 October 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs Sri Lanka
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
17 October 2023
2:30 PM
South Africa vs Netherlands
HPCA Stadium, Dharmashala
18 October 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan vs New Zealand
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
19 October 2023
2:30 PM
Bangladesh vs India
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
20 October 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs Pakistan
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
21 October 2023
11:00 AM
Sri Lanka vs Netherlands
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
21 October 2023
2:30 PM
England vs South Africa
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
22 October 2023
2:30 PM
India vs New Zealand
HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
23 October 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan vs Pakistan
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
24 October 2023
2:30 PM
Bangladesh vs South Africa
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
25 October 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs Netherlands
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
26 October 2023
2:30 PM
England vs Sri Lanka
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
27 October 2023
2:30 PM
Pakistan vs South Africa
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
28 October 2023
11:00 AM
Australia vs New Zealand
HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
28 October 2023
2:30 PM
Bangladesh vs Netherlands
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
29 October 2023
2:30 PM
England vs India
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
30 October 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
31 October 2023
2:30 PM
Bangladesh vs Pakistan
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
1 November 2023
2:30 PM
New Zealand vs South Africa
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
2 November 2023
2:30 PM
India vs Sri Lanka
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
3 November 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan v Netherlands
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
4 November 2023
11:00 AM
New Zealand vs Pakistan
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
4 November 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs England
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
5 November 2023
2:30 PM
India vs South Africa
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
6 November 2023
2:30 PM
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
7 November 2023
2:30 PM
Australia vs Afghanistan
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
8 November 2023
2:30 PM
England vs Netherlands
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
9 November 2023
2:30 PM
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
10 November 2023
2:30 PM
Afghanistan vs South Africa
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
11 November 2023
11:00 AM
Australia vs Bangladesh
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
11 November 2023
2:30 PM
England vs Pakistan
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
12 November 2023
2:30 PM
India vs Netherlands
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
15 November 2023
2:30 PM
1st Placed Team vs 4th Placed Team
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
16 November 2023
2:30 PM
2nd Placed Team vs 3rd Placed Team
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
19 November 2023
2:30 PM
Winner of Semi-final 1 vs Winner of Semi-final 2
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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Asia Cup Cricket 2023: Analysis of Group B
The 2023 Asia Cup Cricket tournament will take place in Pakistan from September 2 to 17. The event will feature 6 teams, and they will compete in the One Day International (ODI) format. It is considered the preparatory series leading up to the 2023 Cricket World Cup. The five full members of the Asian Cricket Council, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh will join the tournament. This year, Nepal will also play in the Asia Cup as they qualified by winning the 2023 ACC Men's Premier Cup.
On January 9, 2023, the tournament's groups and format were unveiled, dividing the six teams into two groups of three each. Bangladesh is in Group B along with Afghanistan and Sri Lanka. We will look at Group B's prospects in Asia Cup 2023.
Analysis of Group B
Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka will play in Group B at the 2023 Asia Cup. These three teams are ICC's full members. Hence, they did not need to go through qualifying.
Sri Lanka will join the tournament as defending champions. Sri Lanka appeared 13 times in the Asia Cup and won six times, becoming the second most successful team. They delivered incredible performance in the 2022 Asia Cup. The Lankans were unstoppable throughout the tournament. However, a 105-run loss against Afghanistan in the opening match was the only dissatisfaction. After that, in the rest of the matches, the opponents did not get any chance to beat Sri Lanka. In the final match, they defeated Pakistan by 23 runs to take home the 6th title. They were not much stronger than their opponents, but their dedication helped them win the tournament.
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However, this year, Sri Lanka is struggling in the ODI format as they lost most of the ODI series in the last couple of years. Also, they are having a bad time in ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League too. So far, they won only 7 matches out of 24.
On the other hand, another group member Afghanistan is a bit stronger. This will be Afghanistan's third appearance. Afghanistan showed a pretty steady performance in the Asia Cup. They reached the super four twice in 2018 and 2022. The Afghans have been very consistent in recent ODI performances. They drew an ODI series against Sri Lanka in November 2022. Before that, they won a series 3-0 against Zimbabwe. Furthermore, Afghanistan also played well in the ICC Super League. They won 11 ODIs out of 15 matches played and lost only three. So, in the ODI format of Asia Cup 2023, Afghanistan has a great chance to outperform the other two teams (Sri Lanka and Bangladesh) of Group B.
However, among the three teams of Group B, Bangladesh is the favorite to become the group champion and proceed to Super Four. Bangladesh played some outstanding ODI series recently. For example, they beat India by 2-1 in December 2022. After that, they beat England in one ODI game. And, recently, Bangladesh won two series against Ireland. Considering these facts, Bangladesh might win both matches in the group stage. And Afghanistan might be the second team to proceed to the Super Four.
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Bangladesh's Prospects in Asia Cup 2023
Bangladesh has appeared in 13 Asia Cups so far. However, the Tigers don't have many satisfactory outcomes; they are yet to win a tournament. The best were runners-up in 2012 and 2018. Bangladesh played 45 matches so far in the Asia Cup and won only 7, and lost 38 matches. So, Bangladesh's performance in the Asia Cup has been quite poor. But, this year, Bangladesh will join the tournament with a strong team. And the country has been preparing to give a good fight. And Bangladesh's most recent performances also portray their determination and dedication.
Although we are over three months away from the Asia Cup Cricket 2023, Bangladesh's recent performances against Ireland, England, and India make them one of the top contenders. Bangladesh's 2-1 ODI series win against India in December 2022 is one of the top inspirations to perform better in the next matches. And we have seen improvements in the England and Ireland series. Tigers have shown incredible performances on the home ground as well as abroad.
If the Bangladesh cricket team can continue its current performance, the county has a great chance to win the Asia Cup this year or at least they can reach the final. However, Bangladesh didn't play against Pakistan lately. So, they will need to analyze Pakistan's recent performance and playing style to find a way to beat them. Other than that, Bangladesh is well aware of other opponents such as India, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka.
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Final Words
As a preparation for the ODI World Cup 2023, this year's Asia Cup will be held in the ODI format. It is expected that, in the upcoming Asia Cup Cricket 2023 tournament, Group B matches will be exciting as all three teams (Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka) have enough experience. Group A contains India, Pakistan, and Nepal.
2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup: Prospect of Bangladesh Squad
The 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup started on February 10 with Sri Lanka vs South Africa game. This is the eighth edition of the tournament, and Bangladesh is participating for the fifth time. Bangladesh started the World Cup journey on February 12 with a group-stage match against the Sri Lanka Women’s team. For this event, Bangladesh has been playing with a 15-member squad. This article will cover the squad analysis of the Bangladesh team.
Bangladesh Squad Analysis in 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup
Nigar Sultana will lead the Tigresses at this year’s T20 World Cup, with Hashan Tillakaratne as head coach. This marks the fifth time Bangladesh has taken part in this tournament, having first competed in 2014 when they hosted. The team earned their place in the main event by winning the qualifier tournament in the UAE last year, beating Thailand in the semifinals and Ireland in the final.
The Bangladesh squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup has several players from their victorious U19 team. Shorna Akter, Marufa Akter, and Disha Biswas were all part of the side that shocked Australia U19 on the first day of the tournament, winning by a convincing seven wickets. Their success continued, and the team made it to the Super Six stage, ultimately finishing third in the group.
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Bangladesh Squad:
Nigar Sultana (c), Rumana Ahmed, Dilara Akter, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Shorna Akter, Jahanara Alam, Disha Biswas, Fahima Khatun, Murshida Khatun, Salma Khatun, Lata Mondal, Ritu Moni, Sobhana Mostary, Shamima Sultana.
Traveling Reserves:
Rabeya Khan, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Sharmin Akter Supta.
Key Strength of the Bangladesh Team
The presence of the most recent U19 performers, such as Shorna Akter, Disha Biswas, and Marufa Akter, will surely boost the confidence of the Bangladesh team. Having them on the team will not only benefit the team’s performance, but it will also give the players a chance to gain experience from playing at the top level of cricket. They will be able to get accustomed to the competitive atmosphere and will be able to gain invaluable knowledge from it.
Nigar Sultana’s leadership is also another significant strength for the Bangladesh Women’s cricket team. As an experienced player, she brings a lot of positivity, calm, and composure to the Bangladesh setup. Her performances will be crucial for Bangladesh, and her captaincy skills will be on display for everyone to see.
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In addition to that, Nigar Sultana’s leadership and determination to succeed have made her a true idol to admire. So far, she has played 69 T20I matches and scored 1,225 runs with a 24.50 batting average. So, it is expected that Nigar Sultana’s batting and wicket keeping performance will surely help the Bangladesh team.
Further, winning the qualifier will also work as a confidence booster. Having won the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup qualifier, the team is looking to make a strong impression in the group-stage matches. With confidence and determination, Bangladesh is ready to show the world what they are capable of.
Apart from these confidence-boosting opportunities, bowlers Salma Khatun and Jahanara Alam will also play a key role in the team. Salma started her T20I career with her debut against Ireland on August 28, 2012.
In June 2018, she had the honor of being a part of Bangladesh’s first-ever Women’s Asia Cup title. She was subsequently named captain of Bangladesh’s 2018 ICC Women’s World Twenty20 Qualifier tournament squad. She appeared in 91 T20I matches and took 84 wickets with 4/6 best bowling figures.
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On the other hand, Jahanara Alam played 75 T20I matches and grabbed 57 wickets with a 21.75 bowling average. In October 2018, Salma Khatun was included in Bangladesh’s squad for the 2018 ICC Women’s World Twenty20 tournament in the West Indies.
During the tournament, she topped the wicket-taking charts for Bangladesh, claiming six wickets in four matches. After the tournament ended, the International Cricket Council (ICC) named her as the standout player in the team. So, Jahanara Alam is one of the top strengths of the Bangladesh team.
Weakness of the Bangladesh Team
Bangladesh has encountered several defeats leading up to the World Cup. This may lower the confidence level. They were crushed by New Zealand in a T20I series, losing all three matches. During the Asia Cup, the team was disappointed with the results, and this may have downgraded their spirits.
In addition to that, Bangladesh’s batters have been struggling with a low strike rate, which is a major source of worry in the T20I format. This game requires quick decisions and a fast-paced approach, leaving no room for weakness.
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Bangladesh’s success relies heavily on its experienced players; however, for the team to reach its full potential, younger, less experienced players need to step up and make an impact. The failure of senior players may cost a loss for the team. The World Cup is an opportunity for them to prove their worth and show the world what they are capable of. The team’s collective strength will be tested, and this could be a turning point for Bangladesh.
Prospect of Bangladesh in the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup
Ahead of the tournament, Bangladesh has had two warm-up fixtures against Ireland. In the first match, Jahanara Alam shined with four wickets, and the team secured a five-wicket triumph. Unfortunately, the second match resulted in an eight-wicket defeat for Bangladesh.
To further prepare for the tournament, Bangladesh had two more practice games against Pakistan on February 6 and India on February 8. Pakistan Women’s team won by 6 wickets in the first warm up match. Bangladesh also lost to India. Team India won the warm up match by 52 runs.
Hence, these matches may resemble Bangladesh’s preparation. And any match with the big team may give a hard time to the Bangladesh team. Bangladesh will play against Sri Lanka, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Since these teams are stronger, Bangladesh may face difficulties in winning over them. Hence, Bangladesh has less chance to proceed to the semifinal.
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Final Words
Bangladesh squad for the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup looks very promising. The team has a young and talented group of players who have already shown their potential in the previous matches. The team is well-equipped with quality batting and bowling resources, and the experience of some of the senior players will help them to perform better in the tournament.
2023 ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup: Super 6 Stage Preview
The first edition of the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup is underway. The group stage of the World Cup has already ended, and the super six rounds started on January 21 and will finish on January 25. Out of the 16 teams, 12 teams qualified for the next stages. These 12 teams are divided into two groups. And they will fight to proceed to the semifinals. The article will provide the Women’s Under-19 World Cup 2023’s super six-stage preview.
ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup: Super Six Stage Group 1 Preview
The top three point holders of Group A and Group D will compete for the semifinal in Super Six group 1. The six teams are India, Bangladesh, Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the United Arab Emirates. All the Group 1 matches will start at 1:45 PM local time in South Africa or 5:45 PM in Bangladesh time.
India vs Australia: January 21
The teams will meet on January 21 at North-West University No1 Ground, Potchefstroom, for the first Super Six match. It will take place at 5:45 PM Bangladesh time. The Indian under-19 Women’s national cricket team began their World Cup campaign on a strong note, successfully navigating the group stage without a single defeat. They emerged at the top of Group D’s standings, earning six points and boasting a net run rate of +4.039.
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On the other hand, The Australian team faced a surprising defeat against Bangladesh in the tournament’s opening match. However, they quickly rebounded by winning consecutive games, earning second place in the standings with four points and a net run rate of +3.015. They now face a challenging task as they go up against a well-performed Indian squad in their first match of the Super Six stage. But, the match will surely be competitive as both teams have some talented batters and bowlers.
Bangladesh vs South Africa: January 21
Bangladesh entered the Super Six after beating Australia, Sri Lanka, and the United States with a burst of self-confidence in batting, bowling, fielding, and body language. The next opponent today is South Africa. The game will start at 5:45 PM Bangladesh time at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom. If Bangladesh defeats the hosts today, then surely there will be no more difficult obstacles to reaching the semifinals.
South Africa, on the other hand, lost one group-stage match against India. Apart from this, they had a great overall performance. But, they might fall behind in front of Bangladesh’s confidence. South Africa has a strong bowling lineup as they have stopped UAE and Scotland under 70 runs. Hence, Bangladesh might have to be careful against South Africa.
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India vs Sri Lanka: January 22
This match will take place on January 22 at 5:45 PM Bangladesh time at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom. India is a top favorite of this Women’s U19 World Cup. As per their group stage performance, it is expected that they will reach the semifinal without any obstacles. India’s tremendous batting and bowling lineup have the capability to beat Sri Lanka.
However, Sri Lanka’s batting lineup is comparatively weaker than India’s. Out of their three-group stage matches, Sri Lanka has won only one match, that too against the USA. So, there is a great chance that India’s U 19 Women will dominate over Sri Lanka.
United Arab Emirates vs Australia: January 23
UAE and Australia will meet on January 23 at Senwes Park. Comparing their recent performance, Australia won three matches in the last five matches. On the other hand, UAE won only one match, which was their first World Cup match against Scotland. So, it is predictable that UAE has little chance of beating Australia.
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Australia has been having a good run in the World Cup except for the only loss against Bangladesh. Other than that, Australia has a good bowling lineup. As we have seen, they destroyed Sri Lanka and all out in 51 runs. Also, they stopped the USA in 64 runs. So, Australia will surely beat the UAE.
South Africa vs Sri Lanka: January 24
This will be the second match for both teams. Regardless of their Super Six’s first-match performance, it can be said that South Africa’s winning chance is great here. South African bowlers such as Miane Smit and Madison Landsman may make it difficult for Sri Lanka to have a big score.
United Arab Emirates vs Bangladesh: January 25
UAE reached the Super Six stage with a win against Scotland. And the team has lost the other two matches against India and South Africa. As per the recent performance in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, the Bangladesh cricket team is way stronger than the Arab Emirates. Hence, Bangladesh’s chance to win the game is huge. On top of that, Bangladesh’s strong bowling and batting lineup will surely dominate UAE.
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Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup: Super Six Stage Group 2 Preview
The top three teams of Group B and Group C will compete for the semifinal in Super Six group 1. The six teams are New Zealand, England, Pakistan, West Indies, Ireland, and Rwanda. All the Group 2 matches will start at 1:45 PM local time in South Africa except the January 21 matches. The Group 2 matches on January 21 will begin at 10 AM local time in South Africa or 2 PM Bangladesh time.
Rwanda vs New Zealand: January 21
As expected, New Zealand has stopped Rwanda from under a hundred runs. Rwanda scored 96 runs in 20 overs, losing 7 wickets. On the other hand, New Zealand scored 99 runs in 16.1 overs and with the match by f wickets. So, it is an easy win for New Zealand.
Ireland vs England: January 21
While writing this article, Ireland vs England match was underway. And England earned a big score of 207 runs by losing only two wickets. Grace Scrivens scored 93 runs in 56 balls. It was expected that England would win the match with a big difference. The English team won the match by 121 runs as they stopped Ireland by 86 runs.
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West Indies vs Rwanda: January 22
In their group stage, West Indies had some big innings against Ireland and Indonesia. However, they had a poor performance against New Zealand, and West Indies became all out in 19.2 overs and scored 68 runs only.
So, given the fact that the West Indies can perform well against a weaker team. Hence, They have a huge chance to win with a big difference against Rwanda.
Pakistan vs Ireland: January 23
Pakistan reached the Super Six by winning two games in their group stage. On the other hand, Ireland was in third place in group C. Pakistan’s only loss came against England. But they got an easy win against Zimbabwe and a competitive win against Rwanda.
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Oh, the other hand, Ireland’s only win came against Indonesia. And it has been seen that Ireland could not perform well against a strong team. Hence, Pakistan’s winning probability is higher here.
New Zealand vs Pakistan: January 24
There is no doubt that the match will be highly competitive as both teams have a strong batting and bowling lineup. Pakistani batters such as Eyman Fatima and Syeda Aroob Shah can make a difference, while bowlers such as Anosha Nasir will surely put her maximum effort.
On the other hand, Anna Browning might hit a big score for New Zealand. New Zealand is unbeaten so far in the tournament. And they were consistent in the group stage. It is expected that New Zealand will reach the final with an unbeaten streak.
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England vs West Indies: January 25
This is the last match of Super Six group 2. After a big win against Ireland, England’s net run rate is 4.775, which will surely help them to reach the semifinal. However, a win against West Indies will certainly lead them to the Semifinal.
Comparing their past performance, England is clearly ahead of the West Indies. English has an incredible batting lineup, while West Indies contains an average lineup. Hence, Liberty Heap, Niamh Holland, and Grace Scrivens will surely help England to have a big score. Given the fact of both teams’ performances, England will surely win the match.
How Will the Teams Go to The Semifinals?
The top two teams from each group will go to the semifinals by combining the points from the group stage and the points from the Super Six stage. However, if more than one team is tied on points in the Super Six phase, the highest number of wins in this group will be considered first. In that case, teams like Bangladesh and India, which have two wins in the group stage, will have an added advantage.
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However, the situation is such that two teams cannot be separated by the number of wins alone in most cases. In that case, the net run rate will be considered.
Final Words
The top team from one group of the super six will face the runners-up of the other group in the semifinals. So, it is predicted that India, Australia, New Zealand, and England will proceed from the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup's Super Six round to the semifinal round. However, cricket is a game of uncertainty. Hence, we will have to wait until January 25 and wait for the last match of Super Six.
ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2023: How Far Can Bangladesh Go?
The first Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC) started on January 14, 2023. However, the inaugural event was scheduled to take place in January 2021 but was postponed multiple times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The tournament was finally started in South Africa in 2023, and Bangladesh automatically qualified for the tournament as a full member of the ICC.
And the team proceeded to the super six rounds by beating Australia, Sri Lanka, and the USA. Bangladesh’s team is in great rhythm as they have won all three group stage matches. So, how far the U-19 Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team can go? Let’s analyze their performance.
Bangladesh’s Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup Team
On December 29, 2022, BCB announced the Bangladesh squad for the Women’s Under-19 World Cup, including three players who made their debut in the national team. Disha Biswas is the captain of the Bangladesh U-19 team in the tournament.
Leg spinner Rabeya Khan, wicketkeeper-batter Dilara Akhtar and all-rounder Marufa Akhtar are in Bangladesh's 15-member team. All three made their international debuts on the recent New Zealand tour. Despite being with the national team, the pace bowling all-rounder captain Disha did not play the match.
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For the team selection, the BCB selectors prioritize the synchronization in the team. Hence, they have selected a team that has been together for two years.
Players of The Team:
Afia Humaira Anam Prottasha, Asrafi Yeasmin Arthy, Dilara Akter, Disha Biswas (captain), Jannatul Maoua, Leky Chakma, Marufa Akter, Misty Rany Saha, Mst Dipa Khatun, Mst Eva, Mst Unnoti Akter, Rabeya Khan, Reya Akter Shika, Shorna Akter (vice captain) and Sumaiya Akter.
Stand by Players List:
Subarna Karmakar, Nishita Akhter, Rabeya Khatun, and Zuairia Ferdous
Performance of Bangladesh Team in U-19 Women's World Cup's Group Stage
16 teams were divided into four groups for the World Cup, and Bangladesh was in group A. Apart from Bangladesh, Australia, Sri Lanka, and the USA were in the ‘A’ group of the tournament.
Bangladesh vs Australia
Bangladesh won the first match of the first U-19 World Cup in women’s cricket history. Bangladesh U-19 team beat Australia’s U-19 powerhouse by seven wickets at Willomoor Park in Benoni, South Africa, on January 14.
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Australia batted first and scored 130 runs for five wickets. Bangladesh passed the target of 131 runs with 12 balls in hand. After the winning run, the girls of Bangladesh floated with joy at Willomoor Park. However, at the beginning of the run chase, it was not predicted that Bangladesh would win so easily. It started as badly as possible as opener Misty Saha was out on the first ball of the innings.
From there, Dilara Akhtar and Afia Prottasha made a partnership of 66 runs from 60 balls. Dilara, who started batting in one down, returned with 40 runs from 42 balls, leaving the team at 66 runs in the first ball of the eleventh over. After five balls and five runs, Prottasha also returned with 24 runs off 22 balls. There were 2 four-sixes in the Prottasha’s innings. Dilara’s innings were lined with 7 fours.
After losing 2 wickets quickly, Sshorna and Sumaiya did the job without any pressure. They did the work by counter-attacking when they formed a partnership; at that time, Bangladesh needed 60 runs from 54 balls. From there, Bangladesh won with 12 balls in hand. DIlara Akter became the player of the match.
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Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
After defeating Australia, the U-19 women’s team won by 10 runs against Sri Lanka in the second match. The team went to bat after losing the toss. Aafia Prottasha and Misty Shaha gave a great start. The pair scored 75 runs in 11.1 overs.
Prottasha got out after playing a stormy inning of 53 runs off 43 balls. Five fours and three sixes came from her bat. Misty was out after that. She scored 14 runs off 24 balls but played a major role in keeping wickets at one end. When she was out, the team had 79 runs with 8 wickets in their hand. The team did not lose any more wickets after that.
Shorna Akter played a great inning, and she scored 50 runs off 28 balls. With three fours and two sixes, Shorna gave hope for a win. Bangladesh lost 2 wickets and scored 165 runs in total. On the other hand, Sri Lanka Under-19 women’s team lost 4 wickets and got stuck at 155 runs. Afia Prottasha won the player of the match award.
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Bangladesh vs USA
Bangladesh Women Under-19 team bowled first after losing the toss in Benoni. The US innings stopped at 103 runs for 4 wickets in the scheduled 20 overs without being able to handle the controlled bowling of the Bangladeshi bowlers. In bowling, captain Disha took two wickets, and Marufa took one wicket for Bangladesh.
Bangladesh lost two openers within the team’s 21 runs. However, Shorna Akter paired with Dilara Akter in the third wicket pair and gave a good pace in Bangladesh’s score. The pair scored 38 runs, and Shorna scored 22 runs from 14 balls.
Dilara also returned to the pavilion by scoring 17 runs. However, Rabeya Khan’s 18 (not out), Disha Biswas’s 10, and Misty Saha’s 14 runs led Bangladesh to victory in 17.3 overs. Disha Biswas became the player of the match. Bangladesh U-19 women’s team had already qualified for the Super Six after defeating Australia and Sri Lanka. This time Tigresses went to the next round as the group champion after winning the match against the USA.
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Potentials of Bangladesh U-19 Women's Team in T20 Women's World Cup Super 6
Bangladesh will face South Africa and the United Arab Emirates in the Super Six stage on January 21 and 25, respectively. So far, Bangladesh’s U 19 women’s team has had a great performance with their unbeaten streak in the world cup. However, Bangladesh may face difficulties against South Africa. Although they lost one match in the group stage against India, South Africa tends to take more runs and be consistent compared to other teams in the tournaments except for India.
On the other hand, Bangladesh tends to play mixing the defending and attacking cricket. As a result, Bangladesh is able to play 20 overs without losing many wickets. As a result, if Bangladesh can keep up its group stage performance, the tigress can win the match against South Africa.
On the other hand, Bangladesh should get an easy win against the United Arab Emirates. UAE won only one game in the group stage, and comparatively, they are weaker than the Bangladesh team.
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So, winning both games will surely lead Bangladesh to the semifinals. However, if Bangladesh loses to South Africa, still the team will have a chance for the semifinal. But, in that case, Bangladesh will need to achieve a big win against the UAE.
Can Bangladesh Reach the Final of ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2023?
If Bangladesh reaches the semifinal, there is a big chance that the team may face any of the teams among Pakistan, New Zealand, England, and the West Indies. And all these teams are playing incredible games on the group stage. So, Bangladesh’s Under 19 Women’s team has very little hope for the final.
Final Words
Bangladesh Under-19 Women’s team has already achieved impressive results in the group stage and will continue to strive for excellence as they prepare for the Super Six stage. With consistence performance, Bangladesh has the potential to go to the semifinal and make a mark in the international cricket arena. However, we will have to wait until January 25 to see the outcome.
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Liton becomes highest ranked Bangladesh Test batter ever
Right-handed top-order batter Liton Das achieved a historic milestone, becoming the highest-ranked Bangladeshi batter in Bangladesh’s Test cricket history.
According to the latest ICC ranking update published on Wednesday, Liton Das has moved up two places to become the 12th-best batter in the longer format of international cricket. This is his highest ranking yet, surpassing his previous ranking of 14th along with Tamim Iqbal.
The newest ranking update came as a testament to Liton's skill and potential.
Liton has been batting exceptionally well for Bangladesh over the last three years, accumulating more than 1500 runs at an average of over 45 in Test.
During the mentioned period, he scored three centuries with 11 half-centuries.
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In the past three years, Liton has become only the second player after Dimuth Karunaratne to have scored more than 1500 runs in fewer than 20 matches. Specifically, Karunaratne notched 1602 runs in 18 games, while Liton amassed 1509 runs in 19 matches.
Among the batters who have scored at least 1500 runs in the past three years, Liton holds the fifth-highest average, with only Marnus Labuschagne, Babar Azam, Joe Root, and Karunaratne all having better records than him in the same time period.
According to the most recent ranking update, Mushfiqur Rahim is the only other Bangladeshi batter to make it into the top 20, standing at 20th place. Tamim Iqbal is also in the top 50, as he is now at 43rd.
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