Bangladesh Batters Shine in ICC Women’s ODI Rankings

In an impressive display of talent during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier in Lahore, Bangladesh’s Nigar Sultana and Sharmin Akhter have reached new heights in the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings. Both players showcased their skills in their initial matches, leading to significant advancements in their respective standings.

Outstanding Performances by Nigar and Sharmin

Nigar Sultana’s standout performance included a remarkable century, scoring 101 runs against Thailand, followed by a solid 51 against Ireland. Her efforts have propelled her 16 places up the rankings, landing her in 17th position overall. Sharmin Akhter has also made notable strides, with an impressive 94 not out versus Thailand and a score of 24 against Ireland, which resulted in her ascent of 11 positions to reach 29th place.

Improvements by Pakistani Players

Not only Bangladesh’s players are shining; several Pakistani batters have also made significant gains following their successful start in the tournament. Sidra Amin has moved up two positions to a joint 23rd, amassing a total of 112 runs. Meanwhile, Aliya Riaz has moved up 11 places to 28th with her aggregate of 140 runs, and Muneeba Ali has jumped nine slots to 38th, contributing a total of 136 runs for her team.

Other Notable Rankings Movement

Thailand’s Natthakan Chantham has made a notable comeback, securing the 20th position in the rankings. Other players experiencing upward movement include:

• Amy Hunter of Ireland, up six places to 34th
• Laura Delany of Ireland, up two slots to 44th
• Kathryn Bryce from Scotland, up 18 places to 43rd
• Chinelle Henry of the West Indies, rising four positions to 64th

Bowling Rankings Update

The bowling rankings have also seen notable shifts. Hayley Matthews from the West Indies has advanced two places to claim seventh position after taking 10 wickets across three matches. In Pakistan’s contingent, Nashra Sandhu has risen two places to the 14th spot after securing six wickets, while captain Fatima Sana has improved her rank by 15 places, positioning herself at 32nd with seven wickets to her name. Additionally, Bangladesh’s Rabeya Khan has moved up seven places to 23rd, and Fahima Khatun has progressed three slots to 48th.

Conclusion

This tournament has not only been pivotal for individual players like Nigar Sultana and Sharmin Akhter but has also highlighted the emerging talent in women’s cricket across multiple nations. The ICC Women’s ODI Rankings continue to reflect the competitive nature of the sport as players strive for excellence on the international stage.

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