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BAN-W vs PAK-W match 3 statistical preview: Key stats, records and head to head ahead of Women's World Cup 2025 clash

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The third game of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will witness Bangladesh Women (BAN-W) locking horns with Pakistan Women (PAK-W) at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday, October 2. The high-octane match will commence at 3:00 PM IST.

Bangladesh Women

Bangladesh Women come into the tournament after two warm-up games, the first against South Africa which was washed out and the second against Sri Lanka Women, which they won by just 1 run. Fargana Hoque, Rubiya Haider, and Sharmin Akhter are expected to provide solidity at the top while the middle order will rely on skipper Nigar Sultana, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, and Sumaiya Akter.

With the ball, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Ritu Moni and Rabeya Khan will lead the charge. Bangladesh will look to start their campaign with a win.

Pakistan Women

Pakistan Women had a rain-hit preparation as well with one of their warm-up matches being washed out. In the other fixture, they suffered a four-wicket loss to South Africa Women after failing to defend their total. The batting line-up will be spearheaded by Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail and Sidra Amin at the top.

In the middle order, skipper Fatima Sana, along with Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz and Sidra Nawaz, will carry the responsibility. The bowling attack has variety with pace led by Fatima Sana and Diana Baig, while the spin department features Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal and Syeda Aroob Shah. Pakistan will be keen to bounce back from their warm-up defeat and start the tournament with intent.

BAN-W vs PAK-W head-to-head overview

Bangladesh Women and Pakistan Women have faced each other in 16 ODIs to date. The rivalry has been fairly balanced with Pakistan holding a narrow edge with 8 wins while Bangladesh have secured 7 victories. One match has ended in a tie.

R. Premadasa Stadium pitch report

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is generally a batting-friendly surface, where high scores are often witnessed. Fast bowlers may find some assistance early on while spinners are expected to dominate as the game progresses. Out of 21 Women’s ODIs at this venue, 12 have been won by teams batting first and 9 by chasing sides. Captains winning the toss are likely to opt for batting first.

Bangladesh Women and Pakistan Women’s probable playing XI

Bangladesh Women

Shorna Akter, Fargana Hoque, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sobhana Mostary, Ritu Moni, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Sumaiya Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter.

Pakistan Women

Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Fatima Sana (c), Natalia Pervaiz, Eyman Fatima, Sidra Nawaz (wk), Syeda Aroob Shah, Diana Baig, Rameen Shamim, Nashra Sandhu.

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

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Sidra Amin: 295 Runs

Sidra Amin has been Pakistan’s most dependable performer against Bangladesh as she has scored 295 runs in 9 matches at an average of 36.87. She has already registered 1 century and 1 fifty in this rivalry. Known for her ability to anchor innings, she is the backbone of Pakistan’s top order.

Aliya Riaz: 268 Runs

Aliya Riaz has scored 268 runs in 11 matches at an average of 33.50 with 2 half-centuries to her name. She is a versatile middle-order batter who can adapt to match situations.

Nigar Sultana: 265 Runs

Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana has accumulated 265 runs in 10 innings at an average of 33.12, including 2 fifties. She will play a crucial role in steering her side’s middle order.

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

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Nahida Akter: 15 Wickets

Nahida Akter has been a consistent wicket-taker as she has snagged 15 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 21.80. With best figures of 3/26, she is Bangladesh’s most dangerous weapon with the ball in this rivalry.

Nashra Sandhu: 15 Wickets

Nashra Sandhu has matched Nahida’s tally with 15 wickets in 10 matches but at an even better average of 18.93. Her left-arm spin makes her a key figure in Pakistan’s bowling arsenal, particularly in the middle overs.

Sadia Iqbal: 11 Wickets

Sadia Iqbal has taken 11 wickets in just 5 matches at a remarkable average of 12.81 with best figures of 4/13. She has the knack for breaking partnerships and is a rising star in Pakistan’s spin attack.

BAN-W vs PAK-W key stats

Bangladesh Women’s records

  • Sharmin Akter is the leading run scorer for Bangladesh in 2025 with 356 runs in 8 matches at a strike rate of 68.06, including 3 fifties.
  • Skipper Nigar Sultana has piled up 334 runs in 8 ODIs this year at a strike rate of 80.28 with 1 hundred and 3 fifties.
  • Fahima Khatun has picked up 10 wickets in 7 ODI matches in 2025 at an economy of 4.53, including a five-wicket haul.
  • Nahida Akter has also claimed 10 wickets in 8 matches this year at an economy of 4.24 with one four-wicket haul.
  • Fargana Hoque vs Sadiq Iqbal in ODIs: 24 runs, 66 balls, 1 dismissal.
  • Sharmin Akhter vs Fatima Sana in ODIs: 19 runs, 33 balls, 0 dismissals.
  • Nigar Sultana vs Diana Baig in ODIs: 16 runs, 15 balls, 0 dismissals

Pakistan Women’s records

  • Sidra Amin has been in prolific form in 2025, scoring 518 runs in 8 ODIs at a stunning average of 86.33, including 2 centuries and 4 fifties.
  • Muneeba Ali has added 344 runs in 8 ODIs this year at an average of 43.00 with 3 fifties to her credit.
  • Nashra Sandhu has been outstanding with the ball in 2025, taking 16 wickets in 8 matches at an economy of 4.01, including a five-wicket haul.
  • Skipper Fatima Sana has also made an impact, bagging 12 wickets in 8 ODIs at an economy of 4.92 with one four-wicket haul.
  • Sidra Amin vs Nahida Akter in ODIs: 50 runs, 88 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Muneeba Ali vs Ritu Moni in ODIs: 11 runs, 10 balls, 1 dismissal.

Records that can be broken in BAN-W vs PAK-W Match 3 of 2025 Women’s World Cup

  • Ritu Moni needs 2 fours to complete 50 ODI fours.
  • Aliya Riaz requires 6 fours to reach 150 ODI fours.
  • Sidra Nawaz is 67 runs short of 500 ODI runs.
  • Nashra Sandhu (104 wickets) needs 5 more scalps to surpass Nida Dar (108) and become Pakistan Women’s second-highest ODI wicket-taker, behind only Sana Mir (151 wickets).