England come out on top against Bangladesh with 21-run victory in T20 World Cup

England’s spin attack delivered a hard-fought 21-run victory over Bangladesh in their low-scoring group stage opener in the Women’s T20 World Cup on Saturday.

On a slow track, England emerged victorious riding on a crucial 48-run opening stand between Maia Bouchier (23) and seasoned Danni Wyatt-Hodge (41) since run-making became increasingly difficult as the game progressed. The England batters managed to put on a modest total of 118/7 after 20 overs.

In reply, Bangladesh were guilty of not putting in partnerships after spilling a few catches in the first half. They were eventually restricted to 97/7 in their allotted 20 overs as England won the match by 21 runs.

Sobhana Mostary’s knock of 44 in 48 deliveries was the only knock that threatened the English bowlers, who dominated the contest largely.

Brief scores: England 118/7 in 20 overs (Maia Bouchier 23, Danni Wyatt-Hodge 41; Nahida Akter 2/32, Fatima Khatun 2/18) beat Bangladesh 97/7 in 20 overs (Sobhana Mostary 44; Linsey Smith 2/11, Charlie Dean 2/22, Sarah Glenn 1/22) by 21 runs.

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