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SOUTHAMPTON: Pakistan Women’s disappointing campaign in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 continued on Saturday as Bangladesh Women secured a convincing 23-run victory in their Group 1 clash at Southampton.
Batting first, Bangladesh posted 123 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs after being asked to set a target. Shorna Akter played a match-winning unbeaten knock of 39 runs from just 22 deliveries, providing crucial late momentum to the Bangladesh innings. Her aggressive batting earned her both the Player of the Match award.
Pakistan’s bowlers initially kept the scoring rate under control, but Bangladesh accelerated in the closing overs through Shorna’s powerful stroke play. The total proved challenging on a surface that offered assistance to the bowlers.
In reply, Pakistan struggled to build partnerships and could only manage 100 for 8 in their 20 overs. The batting unit failed to gain momentum throughout the chase, with regular wickets hampering any hopes of reaching the target. Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling attack maintained pressure from the outset and successfully defended the total.
The defeat marks Pakistan’s third consecutive loss in the tournament, further denting their hopes of progressing to the knockout stage. The team had already suffered defeats against India and South Africa earlier in the competition.
For Bangladesh, the victory provides a significant boost in Group 1 and strengthens their chances of advancing in the tournament. The win was built on a collective team effort, highlighted by Shorna Akter’s unbeaten innings and a composed bowling performance.
Pakistan will now look to regroup and salvage pride in their remaining fixtures, while Bangladesh will aim to build on the momentum from this important victory as the Women’s T20 World Cup group stage enters a decisive phase.
