New Delhi: History has been made at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup as Bangladesh picked up their first victory in the tournament’s history with a thrilling nine-run triumph over Pakistan in Hamilton on Monday.
It was a performance full of passion and class as the quickly-developing Bangladesh side successfully defended their score of 234/7 with a brilliant display of tight spin bowling.
At one stage it looked like Bangladesh’s winning hopes were dashed, with opener Sidra Ameen (104) scoring at will and on her way to Pakistan’s first century in Women’s World Cup history and the usually reliable skipper Bismah Maroof at the other end controlling the tempo of the chase.
The pair had catapulted Pakistan within sight of victory, needing a further 80 runs with nine wickets remaining and ample time still to bat.
The victory sees Bangladesh keep their semi-finals hopes alive, while Pakistan’s chances look forlorn as they languish at the bottom of the standings and without a win through four matches.