Wed Nov 27 06:28:29 UTC 2024: ## Bangladesh Women Favored to Win ODI Series Opener Against Ireland

**Mirpur, Dhaka** – The Bangladesh Women’s cricket team is set to face Ireland Women in the first of three One Day Internationals (ODIs) at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. While Bangladesh, ranked 8th in the ICC Women’s ODI Team Rankings, are considered the favorites, Ireland (ranked 11th) are expected to provide a competitive challenge.

Bangladesh will rely heavily on captain Nigar Sultana’s batting prowess and the wicket-taking ability of Nahida Akter. For Ireland, Gaby Lewis is anticipated to lead the batting charge, supported by the experienced bowler Arlene Kelly.

Both teams have announced their squads. Bangladesh’s squad includes Nigar Sultana (c), Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Fargana Hoque, Sharmin Akhter, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Jahanara Alam, Sultana Khatun, Taj Nehar, and Sanjida Akther. Ireland’s squad features Gaby Lewis (c), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Laura Delany, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Aimee Maguire, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Una Raymond-Hoey, Freya Sargent, and Alice Tector.

Pre-match predictions favor Bangladesh to win the toss and the match itself. Nigar Sultana and Gaby Lewis are tipped for top batting performances, while Nahida Akter and Arlene Kelly are predicted to be the leading wicket-takers. Nahida Akter is also the predicted Player of the Match. A Bangladesh score of 215+ and an Ireland score of 175+ are anticipated.

The match will be subject to geo-restrictions for live streaming. Note that predictions may be updated closer to match time.

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