Murshida Khatun has been dropped from the Bangladesh squad for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifier due to poor performance. Uncapped Ishma Tanjim joins the squad, while Jannatul Sumona and Ritu Moni return. Bangladesh missed direct qualification after losing to the West Indies and will compete for two World Cup spots in Lahore from April 5 to 19.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has made significant changes to the squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifier set to take place in Lahore, Pakistan, from April 5 to 19. Notably, opener Murshida Khatun has been omitted from the squad due to her disappointing performances in the Dhaka Premier Division Women’s Cricket League, where she managed only 110 runs in eight innings.
Ishma Tanjim, an uncapped batter, has been selected to join the team, while off-spinner Jannatul Sumona and all-rounder Ritu Moni have returned to the squad. Ishma demonstrated strong form, scoring 336 runs at an average of 48 in the Women’s Division Premier League (WDPL). Sumona is recognized as the leading wicket-taker in the league, claiming 21 wickets at an average of 14.33, while Ritu follows closely with 18 wickets.
Bangladesh missed a direct qualification for the World Cup after a 2-1 defeat against the West Indies in January. The team now must vie for two spots in the World Cup to be held in India, alongside the West Indies, Ireland, Scotland, Thailand, and hosts Pakistan. Bangladesh’s matches include a critical game against Thailand on April 10, followed by contests against Ireland, Scotland, the West Indies, and Pakistan.
The team is scheduled to depart for Lahore on April 3, with two warm-up matches before the tournament commences. The final squad comprises Nigar Sultana Joty (Captain), Nahida Akter (Vice Captain), Ishma Tanjim, Dilara Akter, and others, as outlined by the Bangladesh Cricket Board.
In summary, the exclusion of Murshida Khatun from the Bangladesh squad for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifier marks a pivotal decision in response to her recent performance struggles. The inclusion of promising talents such as Ishma Tanjim, alongside the return of seasoned players Jannatul Sumona and Ritu Moni, aims to bolster the team’s chances in the upcoming tournament. With the stakes high, Bangladesh must navigate a series of challenging matches to secure their spot in the World Cup.
Original Source: www.newagebd.net
