Bangladesh women's cricket team captain, Nigar Sultana Joty, has earned a spot in the ICC's Best XI for the Women's T20 World Cup. She was selected as the wicket-keeper batter in the team, making her the only Bangladeshi cricketer to be named in the prestigious lineup.

The ICC regularly announces a Best XI after major tournaments, including a twelfth player. This year’s Women's T20 World Cup was originally set to be held in Bangladesh but was shifted to the UAE due to the country's recent circumstances. New Zealand emerged as champions, defeating South Africa in the final.

The team features a mix of players from seven different nations, with the finalists, New Zealand and South Africa, contributing three players each. England, Australia, India, West Indies, and Bangladesh round out the squad.

Nigar Sultana secured her spot at number seven in the lineup, playing as the team’s wicketkeeper-batter. She led Bangladesh to their first World Cup victory in a decade, steering the team to an historic win against Scotland. Throughout the group stages, Nigar shone with the bat, including scoring 39 runs against the West Indies and remaining unbeaten on 32 against South Africa. Despite Bangladesh's exit in the group stages, Nigar’s individual performances earned her widespread praise and recognition.

South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt was named captain of the Best XI, with her teammate Tazmin Brits accompanying her as an opener. England’s Danni Wyatt-Hodge filled the number three spot, while New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr, who dominated with both bat and ball, took the number four spot after being named Player of the Tournament.

Other notable players include India’s Harmanpreet Kaur at number five, West Indies’ Deandra Dottin at number six, and Caribbean leg-spinner Afy Fletcher at number eight. New Zealand pacer Rosemary Mair and Australia’s Megan Schutt completed the bowling lineup at nine and ten, respectively. The team’s 12th player is New Zealand’s Eden Carson.

For Nigar Sultana, this recognition further solidifies her status as an icon in Bangladesh women’s cricket. Her leadership on the global stage has earned her not only the admiration of her peers but also a spot among the world’s best.