England women vs Bangladesh women fixture in the ICC Women’s world cup 2025 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium , Guwahati . Both sides began their campaign with victories , making this clash crucial in shaping the group standing.
Preview
England arrive with momentum and confidence after a clinical win in their previous match against South Africa , where they cleaned up their opponent with bowl .
At the top order Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones a reliable opening pair setting the tone with their controlled aggression ,we saw some glimpse in previous match , in middle order Heather Knight, sophie Dunkley provide stability ,while Nat Sciver Brunt and Alice Capsey with her all round brilliance ability to score quick runs and bowl crucial overs.
England World class spinners Sophie Ecclestone, is their trump card consistently breaking partnerships , while Linsey Smith and Charlotte Dean support her in spin bowling , Lauren Bell bring pace seam and variations.
On the other hand Bangladesh also entered in this world cup emphatic win against Pakistan in the opening game. in the batting department, Sharmin Akhter and Murshida Khatun have been reliable performers at the top. Their ability to negotiate the new ball and rotate strike will determine how deep Bangladesh can go into their innings. Captain Nigar Sultana Joty, known for her steady leadership and composed batting, will look to guide the middle order and ensure Bangladesh post a fighting total.
Nahida Akter, the left-arm spinner, remains their biggest weapon she consistently delivers tight spells and picks key wickets in middle overs. Her performance will be crucial if Bangladesh are to contain England’s powerful batting line-up.
Head to Head
Total matches played: 1
England won : 1
Bangladesh won : 0
No Results: 0
Last fixture: 27 March 2022
Probable playing XIs
England
Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (wk), Nat Sciver Brunt (c), Heather Knight, Sophie Dunkley, Emma Lamb , Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Linsey Smith, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Bell
Bangladesh
Fargana Hoque, Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akter, Nigar Sultana(wk/c), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Fahima khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi
Player to watch out
Nat Sciver Brunt: She is one of best all-rounder, In ICC World Cup record has been excellent 805 runs with average 57.5 in 18 games , having 4 ODI hundreds in 9 games.
Linsey Smith: She has been brilliant since making ODI Debut ,takes 14 wickets in 5 matches average 13.23, we saw some glimpse in recent match against South Africa.
Nahida Akter : she is playing vital role in this match with wicket taking ability in middle overs.
Rubya Haider : she showed her ability on her debut in world cup with composed 54 off 77 balls,she will play important role against England pace bowlers early the innings.
Prediction
Case 1
If England batting first then win by 80 runs
Case 2
England batting in second innings then win by 6 wickets