Bangladesh qualify for Women’s ODI World Cup as Windies fall short on NRR
Bangladesh qualify for Women’s ODI World Cup
Earlier today, Bangladesh suffered a crushing seven-wicket defeat against Pakistan. Following back-to-back defeats, Bangladesh's net run rate had dropped to 0.639.
Bangladesh fall short against West Indies as WC hopes hang on final match
17 Apr 25
For West Indies to surpass that, they needed to chase down 167 runs against Thailand within 10.1 overs.
Despite a powerful 70 from Hayley Matthews and a fiery 48 off 17 balls by Shamilia Henry, the Caribbean side managed 168 in 10.5 overs — enough for a win, but not for the required NRR (finishing at 0.626), thus falling short of qualification.
The run chase created a dramatic finale. At one point, the equation was so fine that West Indies could only surpass Bangladesh if they tied the score with a boundary and then struck a six to win — all within 12 overs. At 10.4 overs, they stood at 162. A six off 10.5 overs sealed the match win, but not the World Cup berth.
Bangladesh had made their maiden appearance in the 50-over World Cup in 2022.
The eight-team World Cup this year will take place in India from September 29 to October 26.
