Bangladesh Unveils Squad for ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026

Bangladesh's Squad Announcement

Bangladesh has officially announced its 15-member team for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with Nigar Sultana Joty appointed as the captain. This marks the team's seventh participation in the T20 World Cup, having made their debut in 2014, according to the ICC. The team is scheduled to leave for Edinburgh on May 25 to participate in a tri-series against Scotland and the Netherlands, followed by warm-up matches in Loughborough ahead of the World Cup. Bangladesh will kick off their World Cup journey on June 14 against the Netherlands at Edgbaston.

Path to the World Cup and Squad Overview

Earlier this year, Bangladesh secured their place in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 by excelling in the Global Qualifier, finishing the group and Super Six stages without a loss. The squad is largely similar to the one that competed in the qualifiers, with Nigar Sultana Joty continuing as captain and Nahida Akter as vice-captain.

Batting Line-up

The batting line-up has been bolstered by the inclusion of Taj Nehar, who has participated in eight T20 Internationals. Key players such as Joty, Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, and Dilara Akter will lead the batting efforts, supported by all-rounders Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, and Ritu Moni.

Bowling Strength

Bangladesh's bowling unit is a significant asset, featuring Nahida, Sultana Khatun, Shanjida Akther Maghla, and Fahima Khatun spearheading the spin department, alongside Shorna and Rabeya. The pace attack will be led by Marufa Akter, with left-arm seamer Fariha Islam Trisna and all-rounder Moni providing additional support.

Full Squad List

The complete squad includes: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Sharmin Akter Supta, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Islam Trisna, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Sultana Khatun, Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, and Taj Nehar.