Dubai: Bangladesh and Sri Lanka completed their preparations for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 with wins over Pakistan and Scotland, respectively. Bangladesh secured a 23-run victory, while Sri Lanka won by five wickets, setting the stage for the upcoming tournament.
According to International Cricket Council, Bangladesh’s performance was highlighted by Shorna Akter’s all-around prowess, scoring an unbeaten 28 and taking two wickets. Sri Lanka’s bowlers dominated Scotland, bowling them out for 58 runs, with Kavisha Dilhari’s steady 27 helping to stabilize their innings after a shaky start.
Bangladesh built a solid total of 140/7, supported by contributions throughout the lineup. Pakistan struggled in their chase, faltering to 117 all out, as Bangladesh’s bowlers, led by Akter, effectively defended their score. Sri Lanka’s bowling attack was similarly effective, dismantling Scotland’s lineup with Udeshika Prabodhani taking two early wickets to set the tone for a low-scoring affair. Despite early losses in their batting order, Sri Lanka reached their target comfortably, thanks to Dilhari’s composed innings.
These matches conclude the warm-up phase, with the tournament set to begin on October 3. Both teams will enter the competition buoyed by these performances, looking to carry their form into the group stages.