Bangladesh registered the order won over Ireland in the third ODI held at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. This win not only showed their resilience throughout the series but also ensured a clean sweep of 3-0.
Fahima Khotun shines with the ball
Ireland’s innings started cautiously, but the frequent advances of the Bangladesh bowlers limited their pace. Gaby Lewis top scored with 52 off 79 balls, including nine boundaries. Contributions from Amy Hunter (23 of 40) and Orla Prendergast (27 of 45) provides some stability, while the lower-order runs out Alana Dalzell (19 of 44) and Murray Way (13 out of 9) placed Ireland at 185.
Bangladesh bowlers were clinical, with Fahima Khotun leadoff hitter, going 3 for 43 in his 10 overs. Sultana Khatun (2 for 29) and Not an actor (2 for 55) also made a significant impact, ensuring that the visitors could not capitalize on their start. Rabia Khan and Shorna Actor chip in with every wicket.
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Sharmin Akhter headlines Bangladesh’s chase
In reply, Bangladesh’s top-order batsmen showed consistency and precision. Fergana Hoke and Sharmeen Akhter formed a solid 124-run partnership for the second wicket after an early dismissal Murshida Khatun (8). Akhter’s brilliant 72 off 88 balls, laced with 11 boundaries, was the highlight of the chase.
Hoque scored 61 off 99 balls and effectively anchored the innings. Contributions from Look Sultana (18 of 18) and Sobkhana Mostari (7 for 8) ensured Bangladesh reached the target and saved 12.3 overs. Amy Maguire Was the pick of the Irish bowlers, taking 2 for 38 in 8 overs, while Prendergast took the only other wicket, conceding 17 runs in 5 overs.
This win cemented Bangladesh’s dominance in the entire series. They had earlier won the first ODI by a huge score of 154 runs and followed it up with a five-wicket win in the second match. With this win, Bangladesh finished the series on a high and registered a whitewash over the touring party.
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