The eighth fixture of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises a captivating showdown as England Women take on Bangladesh Women on October 7th at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. The action begins at 3:00 PM IST, with both teams entering the contest high on confidence after dominant victories in their opening games. A win here could be pivotal in setting the tone for the remainder of their campaigns.
Bangladesh made a strong statement in their opener, outclassing Pakistan by 7 wickets. Their bowlers — Marufa Akter (2/31) and Nahida Akter (2/19) — set the tone by dismissing Pakistan for 129, before Rubya Haider (54* off 77) and Sobhana Mostary (24* off 19) calmly guided them to victory.
England, too, began their World Cup journey in style, steamrolling South Africa in a one-sided affair. After opting to bowl first, they bundled the Proteas out for just 69, courtesy of a clinical display from Linsey Smith (3/4) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (2/5). In response, Amy Jones’ unbeaten 40 off 50 ensured a commanding 10-wicket win, marking England’s intent early in the tournament.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 1
- England Women Wins – 1
- Bangladesh Women Wins – 0
The two sides have faced each other only once in ODI World Cup history — a contest during the 2022 edition, which England won comprehensively by 100 runs.
Squads:
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team
Nigar Sultana Joty (C), Nahida Akter, Farzana Haque, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Fariha Islam Trisna, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Nishita Akter Nishi, Sumaiya Akter
England Women’s Cricket Team
Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Tammy Beaumont, Em Arlott, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Emma Lamb, Linsey Smith, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
