Bangladesh Women vs Ireland Women: Squads, Key Players, Live Streaming Info

Jordan Hartwell

Published: January 24, 2026 3:09 AM ET

Match 16 of the Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier 2026 sees two top teams from Group A face off. Bangladesh leads the group with three wins and a net run rate (NRR) of 2.183. Ireland closely follows, holding second place with victories in their opening matches. This match is crucial; it determines who secures the top seed for the Super Six crossover stage.

Bangladesh Women vs Ireland Women: Squads

Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team

Farzana Haque
Sharmin Akhter
Sobhana Mostary
Sumaiya Akter
Fahima Khatun
Mst Ritu Moni
Shorna Akter
Nigar Sultana Joty
Rubya Haider
Fariha Trisna
Marufa Akter
Nahida Akter
Nishita Akter Nishi
Rabeya Khan
Shanjida Akther Maghla

Ireland Women’s Cricket Team

Christina Coulter Reilly
Gaby Lewis
Rebecca Stokell
Laura Delany
Leah Paul
Louise Little
Orla Prendergast
Amy Hunter
Aimee Maguire
Alana Dalzell
Arlene Kelly
Ava Canning
Cara Murray
Jane Maguire
Lara McBride

Key Players to Watch

Bangladesh

Sobhana Mostary: With 93 runs in three matches, she is one of the tournament’s top scorers. Her strike rate of 122.36 and five sixes highlight her explosive batting ability.
Rabeya Khan: Currently the leading wicket-taker with six wickets at an average of 12.00. Her performances have been vital, especially in defeating Namibia by 80 runs.

Ireland

Leah Paul: Scored a match-winning 67 runs off 52 balls against the United States. Her contributions in both batting and left-arm spin are crucial for the team.
Arlene Kelly: The standout bowler for Ireland, with six wickets at an impressive average of 6.33. Her best figures of 4 for 20 against the United States demonstrate her form.

Match Venue and Conditions

The game will take place at Mulpani Cricket Ground, Nepal. The pitch is balanced, favoring seamers initially and aiding spin later. Historical T20 records show an average first innings score of 151, with teams batting first winning 8 out of 13 matches.

Weather Forecast

The weather is expected to be cloudy, with a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. There is a 10% chance of rain, while humidity levels will hover around 48%. Light winds from the west will blow at 4 mph, and the UV index remains low at 1.