RAJSHAHI – Bangladesh Women are on the verge of a historic series victory against Sri Lanka Women following a landmark win in the opening ODI of their three-match series. In a high-stakes encounter at the Shahid Kamruzzaman Stadium, the “Tigresses” proved their mettle, setting the stage for what could be their first-ever series win over the visitors.
Match 1 Recap: Tigresses Script History
On April 20, 2026, Bangladesh secured their first-ever ODI victory against Sri Lanka, chasing down a target of 206 in a thriller that went down to the penultimate over.
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Scorecard: Sri Lanka 205/9 (50 overs) | Bangladesh 206/7 (48.3 overs)
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Star Performer: Sharmin Akter Supta was the hero for the hosts, anchoring the chase with a masterful 86 off 127 balls.
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Bowling Brilliance: Ritu Moni led the attack with clinical figures of 3/36, consistently breaking Sri Lankan partnerships.
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Sri Lankan Resistance: Fifties from Imesha Dulani and Hansima Karunaratne helped Sri Lanka reach 205, but it wasn’t enough to stop the determined Bangladeshi side.
Match 2 Update (In Progress): Tense Battle in Rajshahi
The second ODI is currently underway (April 22, 2026) at the same venue. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Bangladesh has faced a tough start against a disciplined Sri Lankan bowling unit.
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Current Status: Bangladesh are 66/4 after 21.1 overs.
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Key Batters: Captain Nigar Sultana Joty (28)* is currently at the crease, attempting to rebuild the innings alongside Shorna Akter.
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Early Wickets: Sri Lanka’s Malki Madara and captain Chamari Athapaththu have claimed two wickets each, putting the hosts under significant pressure early on.
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Win Probability: As of the latest update, Sri Lanka holds an 80.7% chance of winning this encounter and leveling the series.
Series Outlook & Key Stats
| Category | Details |
| Series Standing | Bangladesh leads 1-0 |
| Venue | Shahid Kamruzzaman Stadium, Rajshahi |
| Upcoming Match 3 | April 25, 2026 |
| T20I Leg | Begins April 28 in Sylhet |
Why This Matters
For years, Sri Lanka dominated this matchup, leading the head-to-head record 10-2 in ODIs. However, the victory in the first match signals a major shift in the Tigresses’ growth. If Nigar Sultana’s side can recover in the current match or win the series finale, it will mark a massive milestone for Bangladesh women’s cricket.
Player to Watch: All eyes are on Chamari Athapaththu, whose experience and recent two-wicket haul in the 2nd ODI demonstrate why she remains the most dangerous threat to the Bangladeshi lineup.
Check back for the final scorecard of the 2nd ODI later today!
