Bangladesh A women’s team wrapped up the five-match series in style with a commanding 8-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A women’s team in the fifth and final match on Thursday (September 19). The win secured a 4-1 series triumph for Bangladesh A, who dominated the match both with the ball and the bat in a clinical display.

After winning the toss, Bangladesh chose to bowl first, and their decision paid off immediately. Sri Lanka were bundled out for a mere 54 runs in just 16.2 overs. Bangladesh’s bowling attack was relentless from the start, with Marufa Akter and Nahida Akter leading the charge. Marufa took 2 wickets for 14 runs in her 3 overs, while Nahida delivered an economical spell, picking up 2 wickets for just 10 runs in her 4 overs.

Rabeya Khan was the standout performer, claiming 3 wickets for 7 runs in her 3.2 overs, while Fahima Khatun also chipped in with 2 crucial wickets for 9 runs in her 3 overs. The Sri Lankan batters struggled to build any partnerships, with only Chethana Vimukthi (11 off 20 balls) showing some resistance. Key batters like Nethmi Poorna, Imalka Mendis, and Sanduni Nisansala were dismissed for ducks as the team collapsed under pressure.

In response, Bangladesh comfortably chased down the target in just 11.4 overs, finishing at 56/2. Dilara Akter anchored the innings with a composed 33* off 34 balls, hitting 4 boundaries and a six. Nigar Sultana supported her well with 14* off 25 deliveries, guiding the team to an easy victory. Although Bangladesh lost two early wickets—Shathi Rani for a duck and Murshida Khatun for 3—Dilara and Nigar ensured there were no further hiccups.

Chethana Vimukthi and Nimesha Madushani managed to pick up a wicket each for Sri Lanka, but their efforts were in vain as Bangladesh secured an emphatic win.