Bangladesh and Ireland superior to subsequent yr’s Women’s Twenty20 World Cup in South Africa after successful semi-finals within the qualifying match on Friday.
Bangladesh, who misplaced the toss and had been introduced into bat by rival Thailand, posted a modest whole of 113/5, however had been capable of defend it with a robust bowling efficiency to register an 11-run victory, together with Salma Khatoon took three wickets. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana mentioned, “We have been playing together for so many years, it is our time to show the world how good we are, how much we have improved as a team.”
“It was a bit disappointing that we could not do properly with the batting in the present day. But I used to be assured about my bowling and I’m pleased with the best way we dealt with the strain.
Ireland additionally batted first of their semi-final match in opposition to Zimbabwe, scoring 137/6. Zimbabwe arrange a spirited chase, however Jane Maguire and Arlene Kelly took two wickets every however fell quick by 4 runs. Ireland captain Laura Delany mentioned qualifying was “massively important” to the event of the game in her nation.
“It is a matter of great relief that we won. He made us run till the last ball, it was a very competitive game. We are thrilled to be there,” Delany mentioned. The two groups will face one another within the closing of the qualifying match on Sunday.
With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
