Bangladesh stars surge in ICC Women’s T20I rankings after dominant World Cup Qualifier run
Bangladesh’s unbeaten campaign at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier has delivered a major boost to its players in the latest ICC Women’s T20I Player Rankings. A flawless run at the Nepal-hosted tournament not only sealed Bangladesh’s place at the 2026 World Cup but also underlined the team’s growing depth across batting, bowling and leadership.
Context: Perfect qualifier campaign
Bangladesh booked qualification for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in emphatic fashion, winning all seven matches they played at the Qualifier. The side looked in control throughout the tournament, with multiple players stepping up at crucial moments rather than relying on a single standout performer.
The consistency shown across conditions was reflected in the updated rankings released by the ICC, with several Bangladesh players registering significant upward movement.
Batters make strong gains
Captain Nigar Sultana Joty was among the biggest gainers. Her 154 runs during the Qualifier helped her climb three places to 19th overall in the ICC Women’s T20I batting rankings, reinforcing her role as the backbone of Bangladesh’s middle order.
Hard-hitting batter Sobhana Mostary also enjoyed a sharp rise, jumping 16 places to reach 36th after a series of impactful knocks. Opener Dilara Akter continued her steady progress as well, moving up five spots to 65th following consistent starts at the top of the order.
Bowling improvements add balance
Bangladesh’s bowling unit also found recognition in the rankings update. Left-arm spinner Nahida Akter climbed eight places to reach 28th in the T20I bowling rankings after claiming eight wickets during the Qualifier. Her control and ability to strike in the middle overs played a key role in maintaining pressure on opposition teams.
Other teams also rewarded
Outside Bangladesh, Ireland’s bowling duo also made notable progress. Arlene Kelly rose seven places to 36th, while Orla Prendergast climbed 10 spots to reach 45th in the T20I bowling rankings.
Scotland, who also secured qualification, drew encouragement from the all-round performances of young star Katherine Fraser. The 20-year-old scored 184 runs and took eight wickets at the event, moving up seven places to 37th among T20I bowlers and three spots to joint 22nd in the all-rounders’ rankings.
Qualified teams for 2026 World Cup
Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands have all confirmed their places at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in England in June–July. Their qualification was sealed through strong performances at the concluding stages of the tournament on Sunday.
Conclusion
Bangladesh’s clean sweep at the Qualifier has translated into tangible gains on the global rankings table, reflecting a side that is steadily building experience and confidence. With several players climbing the charts ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Bangladesh will look to carry this momentum into the main tournament.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople
Bangladesh’s surge in the latest ICC rankings is a reward for consistency rather than individual brilliance alone. The Qualifier showed a team maturing together, with contributions coming from batters, bowlers and leadership alike. As the road to the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup begins in earnest, these ranking gains could provide Bangladesh with both confidence and credibility on the global stage.