In the eighth match of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025, England delivered an excellent performance, defeating Bangladesh by 4 wickets. This was a completely low-scoring match, where England's captain Heather Knight's unbeaten captain's knock of 79 runs guided her team to victory.
Sports News: In the eighth match of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025, England registered an thrilling victory, defeating Bangladesh by 4 wickets. This was a low-scoring encounter, but England's batters performed brilliantly under pressure to chase down the target. Batting first, the Bangladesh team was all out for 178 runs in 49.4 overs. England was set a target of 179 runs, which they achieved in 46.1 overs, losing 6 wickets. With this win, England strengthened their position in the tournament, while Bangladesh faced their second consecutive defeat.
Bangladesh's Innings: Poor Start, but Sobhana Mostary Anchored the Innings
Batting first, the Bangladesh team was all out for 178 runs in 49.4 overs. England's target was 179 runs. The team had a disappointing start, as opener Rubya Haider was dismissed by Lauren Bell after scoring just 4 runs. Captain Nigar Sultana also fell victim to Linsey Smith without opening her account.
Following this, Sharmin Akter and Sobhana Mostary batted cautiously, forming a 34-run partnership for the third wicket off 60 balls. Sharmin was dismissed after scoring 30 runs off 52 balls, while Mostary displayed remarkable patience, playing an innings of 60 runs off 108 balls, including 8 fours. In the final overs, Rabeya Khan scored rapidly.
She hammered 43 runs off just 27 balls, which included 6 fours and one six. Her innings elevated the team's score to a respectable position. However, the entire team was bundled out for 178 runs. For England, Sophie Ecclestone was the most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets, while Charlie Dean, Alice Capsey, and Linsey Smith claimed 2 wickets each. Lauren Bell secured one wicket.
England's Innings: Knight's Composed Captain's Knock
Chasing a target of 179 runs, England's start was also shaky. The team lost two crucial wickets for just 29 runs. Amy Jones (1 run) and opener Tammy Beaumont (13 runs) quickly returned to the pavilion. Subsequently, Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and Heather Knight stabilized the team. They forged a 54-run partnership off 61 balls. Sciver-Brunt was dismissed after scoring 32 runs. Following this, England rapidly lost three more wickets in quick succession: Sophia Dunkley (0), Emma Lamb (1), and Alice Capsey (20).
At that point, England's score was 103/6, and the match was at a thrilling juncture. However, Captain Heather Knight utilized her experience fully. She remained steadfast at one end, continued to score runs, and gradually guided the team closer to the target. Knight displayed impeccable shot selection and immense patience. She scored an unbeaten 79 runs off 111 balls, including 6 fours. Charlie Dean also provided excellent support, scoring an unbeaten 27 runs off 49 balls, helping England secure victory in 46.1 overs.
