Bangladesh post 232/6 against South Africa as Shorna and Sharmin Akter shine in World Cup clash

Opting to bat, Bangladesh posted 232 for six against South Africa in a Women’s ODI World Cup match here on Monday.

Bangladesh made a slow start with openers Fargana Hoque (30) and Rubya Haider (25) stitching 53 runs in 16.1 overs for the first wicket.

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Sharmin Akter (50 off 77 balls) and Shorna Akter (51 not out off 35 balls) were the other significant contributors for Bangladesh.

Skipper Nigar Sultana (32) and tail-ender Ritu Moni (19 not out off 8) also played good hands.

Left-arm spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba (2/42) was the pick of the bowlers for South Africa.

Brief scores:

Bangladesh: 232 for 6 in 50 overs (Shorna Akter 51 not out, Sharmin Akter 50; Nonkululeko Mlaba 2/42).