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Bangladesh spin bowling all-rounder Nahida Akter has been named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for November, becoming the first-ever Bangladesh women’s player to win the award.

Akter beat compatriot Fargana Hoque and Pakistan spinner Sadia Iqbal to win the award and was thrilled to accept the monthly honour.

“This is a moment to cherish. To be recognised by such a distinguished panel of cricket experts mean a lot and winning the ICC Women Player of the Month award will be a massive source of inspiration and motivation for me," said Nahida.

“We have played some amazing cricket in recent months and I am so happy to have contributed to the successes we have tasted as a team. I must thank my captain, coaches and teammates for always believing in me and that has allowed me to play my natural game against quality opponents and perform under pressure.”

Akter’s seven ODI wickets at an average of 14.14 were instrumental in setting up an important series win for Bangladesh during November, with her haul earning the Player of the Series award.

The sensational youngster is already the highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in T20Is and the third-highest for them in ODIs.