Bangladesh-India series
Tigress looks to bounce back with India T20Is after Australia drubbing
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Bangladesh women’s cricket team captain Nigar Sultana Joty aim to make a comeback with the India T20Is after Australia's defeat. The captain stated they will draw inspiration from last year's ODI success against India in the upcoming series.
Bangladesh had lost both the ODI and T20I series against Australia 3-0 at home in March-April this year. But the captain was determined to make a strong comeback after a break.
"We failed to fare well against Australia and it was a tough phase for us. But we went on a break then, spent time with our families and are back fresh, both physically and mentally," said Joty.
Bangladesh won the first ODI against India last year and ended the series in a tie as both teams shared the trophy.
"We have prepared well so far, including quality practice sessions and match scenario practice as well. There's a positive vibe within the team.We plan to take inspiration out of the ODI series win against India last year, and if we play our best cricket, it's going to be a cracker of a series," she said.
"All we are focused on is this opportunity ahead of the T20 World Cup. And, to prepare in the best way possible against a quality side like India will be highly beneficial for us" she added.
Bangladesh will take part in the T20 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka in July, before hosting the T20 World Cup in September, following the India series. Nigar said playing back-to-back major series would only help her side prepare for the global event.
"Playing against India is always challenging as they are a better side. But, since cricket is a game of glorious uncertainties, we are aiming to perform to our fullest on that given day."
"I felt it would be tough for all the teams involved since Asia Cup is a big tournament. But it's a great opportunity since we would be playing against some of the same sides during the World Cup,” she added.