Bangladesh Women clinch historic WC win against Pakistan
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Bangladesh Women’s cricket team defeated Pakistan by nine runs in their first ODI World Cup at Seddon Park in New Zealand on Monday.
Bangladesh scored 234 runs in 50 overs, their highest ODI score.
Despite a century from opener Sidra Ameen, Pakistan were restricted to 225 at the end of 50 overs.
Fahima Khatun won the player of the match award for taking three crucial Pakistani wickets, which left them reeling.
The tournament marks Bangladesh Women’ first World Cup appearance. The team has played three matches so far, registering losses against South Africa and New Zealand.
After the game, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana complained that they had to field amid the rain, which made their task difficult. At the same time, the condition of the New Zealand also is giving them a torrid time.
But Bangladesh vowed to overcome all the adversities to beat Pakistan for a historic victory.
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