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BAN-W vs ENG-W match 8 statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

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The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 continues with Bangladesh Women (BAN-W) locking horns with England Women (ENG-W) in Match 8 on Tuesday, October 7 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The contest will begin at 3:00 PM IST.

Bangladesh Women

Bangladesh Women began their World Cup campaign on a high with a 7-wicket win over Pakistan Women. After being asked to bowl first, they bundled out Pakistan for just 129 runs. Shorna Akter led the bowling attack with 3 wickets while Marufa Akter and Nahida Akter claimed two each and the rest chipped in with disciplined spells.

In the chase, opener Rubya Haider played a mature unbeaten knock of 54 off 77 balls*, well supported by Sobhana Mostary, who remained not out on 24, as Bangladesh cruised to victory. The win has boosted their morale but they now face their biggest challenge yet, taking on an in-form England side. For Bangladesh to cause an upset, every department will need to fire, especially their batting unit against the world-class English bowling attack.

England Women

England Women kicked off their campaign in dominant fashion, steamrolling South Africa Women by 10 wickets. After electing to bowl first, they bowled out the Proteas for just 69 runs. Linsey Smith was the pick of the bowlers with 3 wickets while Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean and Nat Sciver-Brunt took two wickets apiece.

The English openers made light work of the chase, with Amy Jones (40* off 46) and Tammy Beaumont (21* off 39) guiding their side home in just 14.1 overs. With such a commanding performance, England will look to extend their winning streak and continue their dominance. Their balance, depth and experience make them one of the favourites to go all the way.

BAN-W vs ENG-W head-to-head overview

Bangladesh Women and England Women have met only once in the ODI format during the 2022 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup where England registered a comprehensive 100-run victory. The two sides now meet again after three years and Bangladesh will aim to put in a better performance.

Barsapara Cricket Stadium pitch report

The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati is known to be a batting-friendly venue. While pacers find limited movement off the surface, spinners tend to get purchase as the match progresses. The previous matches here have shown that batters who settle in early can play big innings. However, in recent games, spinners have managed to extract sharp turn which makes them a vital force. The captain winning the toss is likely to bat first and put runs on the board.

Bangladesh Women and England Women’s probable playing XI

Bangladesh Women

Fargana Hoque, Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi

England Women

Amy Jones (wk), Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell

Top run scorers in BAN-W vs ENG-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Sophia Dunkley: 67 Runs

Sophia Dunkley has scored 67 runs in 1 match at an average of 67.00 with a fluent fifty. Her ability to play spin and pace equally well makes her a vital batter.

Nat Sciver-Brunt: 40 Runs

Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has made 40 runs in 1 inning, showing her trademark composure and stroke play. She remains England’s most dependable all-rounder.

Tammy Beaumont: 33 Runs

Tammy Beaumont has scored 33 runs in 1 outing. She is known for her elegant timing and ability to anchor innings in challenging conditions.

Top wicket-takers in BAN-W vs ENG-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Charlie Dean: 3 Wickets

Charlie Dean has taken 3 wickets in 1 match with best figures of 3/31, showing her knack for striking in the middle overs with disciplined off-spin.

Sophie Ecclestone: 3 Wickets

Sophie Ecclestone has also bagged 3 wickets in 1 game with a stunning 3/15, proving why she is the world’s top-ranked spinner in women’s cricket.

Fahima Khatun: 1 Wicket

Fahima Khatun has claimed 1 wicket in 1 match, showing good control and variations, though she will need to step up against England’s strong batting lineup.

BAN-W vs ENG-W key stats

Bangladesh Women’s records

  • Bangladesh Women have played 3 ODIs in India and lost all three.
  • Sharmin Akter is Bangladesh’s leading run-scorer in 2025 with 366 runs in 9 matches at a strike rate of 66.18, including three fifties.
  • Nigar Sultana has amassed 357 runs in 9 ODIs this year at a strike rate of 77.60 with one century and three fifties.
  • Fahima Khatun has picked up 11 wickets in 8 ODIs in 2025 at an economy of 4.53, including a five-wicket haul.
  • Nahida Akter has taken 12 wickets in 8 matches this year at an economy of 4.04, including a four-wicket haul.
  • Nahida Akter vs Tammy Beaumont in ODIs: 9 runs, 17 balls, 0 dismissals.
  • Fahima Khatun vs Nat Sciver-Brunt in ODIs: 6 runs, 7 balls, 1 dismissal.
  • Sharmin Akhter vs Nat Sciver-Brunt in ODIs: 9 runs, 7 balls, 0 dismissals.

England Women’s records

  • England Women have played 51 ODIs in India, winning 21 and losing 30.
  • Amy Jones has been exceptional in 2025, scoring 450 runs in 10 innings at an average of 75.00 and a strike rate of 90.54, including two hundreds.
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt has been consistent this year with 396 runs in 9 ODIs at an average of 49.50, including four fifties and a strike rate of 94.96.
  • Tammy Beaumont has scored 345 runs in 9 ODIs in 2025 at an average of 43.12, including two centuries and one fifty.
  • Sophie Ecclestone has continued her dominance in 2025 with 14 wickets in 7 ODIs in 2025 at an economy of 4.14, including a four-wicket haul.
  • Linsey Smith has been lethal, picking 13 wickets in 5 matches this year at an average of 13.23 and an economy of 4.41.
  • Sophie Ecclestone vs Nigar Sultana in ODIs: 0 runs, 6 balls, 1 dismissal.
  • Charlie Dean vs Fargana Hoque in ODIs: 3 runs, 8 balls, 1 dismissal.

Records that can be broken in BAN-W vs ENG-W Match 8 of 2025 Women’s World Cup

  • Sharmin Akhter needs 9 fours to complete 150 ODI fours.
  • Ritu Moni requires 2 fours to reach 50 ODI fours.
  • Tammy Beaumont needs 8 fours to complete 550 ODI fours.
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt (4092 runs) is just 9 runs away from becoming England’s third-highest run-scorer in ODIs and 4 fours away from reaching 450 ODI fours.
  • Amy Jones is 21 runs short of completing 2500 ODI runs.
  • Sophia Dunkley needs 19 runs to complete 1000 ODI runs.
  • Sophie Ecclestone (127 wickets) is 2 wickets away from becoming England Women’s third-highest wicket-taker in ODIs.