Bangladesh announce Women's T20WC 2026 Qualifier squad

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has named a 15-player squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2026, set to take place in Nepal.

The team will depart for Kathmandu on January 12 as they target qualification for the global showpiece event later in the year.

Bangladesh squad: Nigar Sultana Joty (C), Nahida Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Farzana Haque, Sharmin Akter Supta, Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Ritu Moni, Fahima Khatun, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Fariha Islam Trisna, Shanjida Akther Maghla, Sultana Khatun.

Standby: Sarmin Sultana, Farjana Easmin, Shorifa Khatun, Fatema Jahan Sonia, Habiba Islam Pinky.

All the squads announced for Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier

This selection blends seasoned campaigners with dynamic all-round talent such as pace sensation, Marufa Akter and spinner Fahima Khatun as Bangladesh aim to secure one of the four remaining spots at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 later this year.

Bangladesh arrive at the qualifier on the back of an encouraging year for women’s cricket.

In the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, played in India and Sri Lanka, the Tigresses recorded some notable moments, including a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in their opening match.

The side finished seventh overall in the tournament, showcasing their growing competitiveness with spirited displays against established oppositions.

With this combination of experience and emerging talent, Bangladesh will be eager to translate their progress in the 50-over format into T20I success in Nepal and secure their spot in the T20 World Cup later this year.

Bangladesh’s fixtures at Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers 2026:

January 18: v United States of America, Mulpani, 9:00AM

January 20: v Papua New Guinea, Kirtipur, 9:00AM

January 22: v Namibia, Kirtipur, 1:00PM

January 24: v Ireland, Mulpani, 1:00PM