Bangladesh vs Scotland Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: Bangladesh Women won by 16 runs

The much-awaited Women's T20 World Cup has arrived, promising 23 thrilling matches among 10 participating teams.

The tournament will be held in the UAE, with games scheduled in Sharjah and Dubai. The opening day features two exciting encounters, and the focus is on the first match between Bangladesh and Scotland.

For Scotland, this marks a significant milestone as they make their debut in the Women's World Cup.

The team had an impressive performance in the qualifiers, losing only to the seasoned Sri Lankan team. On the other hand, Bangladesh recently faced a setback in the Women's Asia Cup semi-final against India.

Both teams are eager to commence their campaign on a positive note and secure a victory in their opening match. The stage is set for an enthralling contest as Bangladesh and Scotland prepare to showcase their skills and determination in this prestigious tournament.

15:08 (IST) Oct 03

The captain of Scotland Women, Kathryn Bryce says they would have batted as well but says they are pumped up for this contest. Mentions the conditions are good and the heat is going to play a big factor. On being asked about the preparations, she says the preparations have been really good and everyone's excited and ready to go.

15:07 (IST) Oct 03

The captain of Bangladesh Women, Nigar Sultana says that looking at the conditions, she feels batting first would be a great choice. Reckons that the ball will come on nicely onto the bat. Tells that the preparations have been good and it was nice to win against Pakistan in the warm-up game. States that women's cricket is growing in Bangladesh and they are here to show that.

15:03 (IST) Oct 03

TOSS UPDATE - The flip of the coin lands in the favour of Bangladesh Women and Nigar Sultana elects to BAT first.

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

Bangladesh Women Squad: Shathi Rani, Dilara Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana(w/c), Taj Nehar, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Sultana Khatun, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Jahanara Alam, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, Murshida Khatun, Disha Biswas

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

Scotland Women Squad: Saskia Horley, Sarah Bryce(w), Kathryn Bryce(c), Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Lorna Jack, Katherine Fraser, Rachel Slater, Chloe Abel, Hannah Rainey, Abtaha Maqsood, Ailsa Lister, Abbi Aitken Drummond, Megan McColl, Olivia Bell

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

Bangladesh suffered a disappointing defeat to Sri Lanka in their first warm-up match after arriving in the UAE, but they made a solid comeback with a victory over Pakistan that will give them hope before going into the tournament.

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

Bangladesh make up part of an intriguing Group B, where they will hope to spring a few upsets and make it into the knockout stages. England, Scotland, South Africa, and West Indies make up the remainder of the group.

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

She added that they are trying to push for the semi-final spot in the prestigious tournament.

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

Sultana was quoted by the ICC as saying.

14:45 (IST) Oct 03

The Bangladesh skipper said that it will help her team to show the world what kind of talent they hold. She added that her goal will be to get a win in every match of the tournament.

14:44 (IST) Oct 03

Bangladesh will kick off their Women's T20 World Cup 2024 voyage against Scotland in the first match of the tournament on Thursday.

14:44 (IST) Oct 03

Ahead of the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana said that it will be a huge opportunity for her side to take part in such events.

14:44 (IST) Oct 03

Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Bangladesh and Scotland.