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After a commanding 154-run victory in the first ODI, Bangladesh Women will aim to continue their winning momentum when they face Ireland Women in the second ODI in Dhaka on Saturday. With direct qualification for the 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup on the line, the hosts are focused on securing at least five wins in their next six ODIs.
Ireland Women, on the other hand, face an uphill task. Adapting to the slow and spin-friendly conditions in Dhaka will be key if they are to bounce back and keep the series alive.
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The hosts showcased an all-round performance in the first ODI. Batting first, they posted a formidable 252/4 in their 50 overs, powered by opener Sharmin Akhter’s magnificent 96 and handy contributions from Fargana Hoque (61) and Murshida Khatun (38).
Bangladesh’s bowlers, led by Sultana Khatun, Nahida Akter, and Marufa Akter, wreaked havoc on the Irish lineup, sharing eight wickets between them. The team’s spinners proved particularly effective, exploiting the slow Dhaka pitch to dismantle Ireland for just 98 runs.
Key Players:
- Sharmin Akhter: Set the tone with a near-century in the first ODI.
- Nahida Akter: Her three wickets for 23 runs highlighted her ability to dominate in spin-friendly conditions.
- Sultana Khatun: Consistently troubling the opposition with her accuracy and variations.
Predicted XI:
Fargana Hoque, Murshida Khatun, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Shorna Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Marufa Akter, Sultana Khatun, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan.
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Ireland Women struggled with both bat and ball in the first game. Their batting collapsed against Bangladesh’s spinners, with Sarah Forbes (25), Laura Delany (22), and Orla Prendergast (19) failing to convert starts into substantial scores.
Their bowlers also struggled to contain Bangladesh’s batters, with Freya Sargent picking up two wickets but conceding 51 runs in her 10 overs. The Irish lineup must adapt quickly to Dhaka’s conditions to avoid another heavy defeat.
Key Players:
- Laura Delany: Needs to lead from the front with both bat and ball.
- Orla Prendergast: Capable of stabilizing the innings in the middle order.
- Freya Sargent: Ireland’s most effective bowler in the first game.
Predicted XI:
Sarah Forbes, Gaby Lewis (c), Amy Hunter (wk), Orla Prendergast, Laura Delany, Leah Paul, Una Raymond-Hoey, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Freya Sargent, Aimee Maguire.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report – Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
The pitch at the Shere Bangla National Stadium favors spinners, with its slow nature making stroke play difficult. Batters must spend time at the crease to get used to the conditions before playing freely.
- Average first-innings score: 154 runs.
- Highest total: Bangladesh’s 252/4 in the last game.
Teams batting first will have the advantage, as the surface tends to deteriorate, making chasing tricky.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Dhaka is expected to be sunny and pleasant, with no chances of rain. Ideal conditions are set for cricket, with temperatures ranging between 23°C and 28°C.
Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss is likely to bat first, as putting runs on the board and letting the spinners exploit the pitch later has proven effective.
Winning Prediction
Bangladesh Women are overwhelming favorites going into the second ODI. Their superior batting lineup, combined with a spin attack tailored to Dhaka’s conditions, gives them a clear edge over Ireland Women.
For Ireland, improving their batting approach and finding ways to counter Bangladesh’s spinners will be crucial. Unless they make drastic improvements, the hosts are poised to clinch the series.
Prediction: Bangladesh Women to win
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