India Women vs Bangladesh Women Prediction, Dream11 Team, Pitch Report & Playing XI | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Match 23

India Women vs Bangladesh Women Match Preview

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has reached a crucial stage, and every match now carries huge significance in the race for the semi-finals.

In Match 23 of the tournament, India Women will take on Bangladesh Women at the historic Emirates Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester on Thursday.

Both teams have four points from three matches, having registered two wins and one defeat each. However, India occupy second place due to their superior net run rate of +2.511, while Bangladesh sit fourth with an NRR of -0.641.

This contest is nothing less than a virtual quarter-final. A victory will strengthen India’s chances of reaching the semi-finals, while Bangladesh need a win to keep their campaign alive.

Match Details

Match	India Women vs Bangladesh Women
Tournament	ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Match Number	Match 23
Date	Thursday, June 25, 2026
Venue	Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
Time	As per official schedule
Live Streaming	Official Broadcasters

India Women Team Preview

India started their campaign with two impressive victories before suffering a six-wicket defeat against South Africa Women.

Batting first, India posted 158 runs but failed to defend the total. Despite the loss, their excellent net run rate keeps them in a strong position.

Key Players for India

Smriti Mandhana: 159 runs in three matches. Scored a brilliant 74 off 47 balls against Netherlands.
Shafali Verma: 92 runs at a strike rate of more than 158.
Richa Ghosh: Strike rate close to 177 and extremely dangerous in the death overs.
Harmanpreet Kaur: A proven match-winner who thrives under pressure.

India Women Bowling Analysis

India’s bowling unit has been exceptional throughout the tournament.

Shree Charani: Tournament’s standout bowler with 10 wickets.
Deepti Sharma: Produced a five-wicket haul against Pakistan.
Shafali Verma: Has also picked up five wickets.

India’s spin attack has consistently dominated the middle overs. However, death bowling remains a concern after conceding 40 runs in the final three overs against South Africa.

India Women Predicted Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana
Shafali Verma
Yastika Bhatia
Jemimah Rodrigues
Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
Richa Ghosh (WK)
Deepti Sharma
Prema Rawat
Arundhati Reddy/Renuka Singh
Shree Charani
Nandani Sharma

Bangladesh Women Team Preview

Bangladesh kept their hopes alive by defeating Pakistan Women by 23 runs in their previous match.

Batting first, Bangladesh managed only 123 runs but their bowlers delivered a sensational performance to secure victory.

Key Players for Bangladesh

Nigar Sultana: Scored 36 runs from 38 balls against Pakistan.
Shobhana Mostary: Added an important 22 runs.
Shorna Akter: Played a game-changing knock of 39* off 22 deliveries.

Bangladesh rely heavily on collective contributions and will need partnerships to challenge a strong Indian side.

Bangladesh Women Bowling Analysis

Bangladesh’s spin attack has been their biggest strength.

Sanjida Akter Meghla: 3 wickets for 21 runs in the previous game.
Nahida Akter: Claimed three wickets against Pakistan.
Ritu Moni: Bowled economical spells.

The Bangladesh spinners will try to put pressure on India’s batting lineup, but their record against India and quality spin attacks has not been encouraging.

Bangladesh Women Predicted Playing XI

Nigar Sultana (C & WK)
Dilara Akter
Juairiya Ferdous
Shobhana Mostary
Sharmin Akhter
Shorna Akter
Ritu Moni
Rabeya Khan
Nahida Akter
Marufa Akter
Sanjida Akter Meghla

Emirates Old Trafford Pitch Report

The Emirates Old Trafford surface in Manchester has been balanced throughout the tournament.

Venue Statistics

Matches	Average 1st Innings Score
3	164 Runs

Recent First Innings Totals

Match	Score
Match 1	161
Match 2	172
Match 3	158

Fast bowlers could get some early swing with the new ball. However, batting becomes easier once players settle in.

A score around 165 should be competitive, while anything above 175 will put the chasing side under significant pressure.

Manchester Weather Report

Condition	Forecast
Temperature	16°C to 18°C
Sky	Partly Cloudy
Rain Probability	Around 40%
Match Prediction	Full 20-over game expected

Toss Prediction

In the three Women’s T20 World Cup matches played at Old Trafford, teams winning the toss have preferred batting first on two occasions.

As the pitch tends to slow down in the second innings, the captain winning the toss may choose to bat first.

Expert Opinion: This match could be decided during the middle overs. India’s superior batting depth and quality spin attack give them an advantage, but Bangladesh’s spinners have the ability to create an upset if they strike early.

Players to Watch

India Women

⭐ Smriti Mandhana
⭐ Shafali Verma
⭐ Richa Ghosh
⭐ Deepti Sharma
⭐ Shree Charani

Bangladesh Women

⭐ Nigar Sultana
⭐ Shorna Akter
⭐ Sanjida Akter Meghla
⭐ Nahida Akter
⭐ Marufa Akter

Best Batter Prediction

🏏 Smriti Mandhana (India Women)

Mandhana is in exceptional form and has looked comfortable against both pace and spin. She remains India’s biggest batting threat.

Best Bowler Prediction

🎯 Shree Charani (India Women)

With 10 wickets in the tournament, Charani has been India’s most impactful bowler and could once again dominate the middle overs.

Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction

Wicketkeepers

Richa Ghosh
Nigar Sultana

Batters

Smriti Mandhana (C)
Shafali Verma (VC)
Harmanpreet Kaur
Shobhana Mostary

All-rounders

Deepti Sharma
Shorna Akter
Ritu Moni

Bowlers

Shree Charani
Nahida Akter

Captain Choice

Smriti Mandhana

Vice-Captain Choice

Shafali Verma

Match Prediction

Bangladesh have shown tremendous fighting spirit in this tournament, but they face an extremely difficult challenge against India.

India possess proven match-winners like Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Richa Ghosh in the batting department. Their bowling attack, led by Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani, has consistently put opposition teams under pressure.

India have won all their previous T20 meetings against Bangladesh. Experience, batting depth, and a significantly better net run rate make India clear favourites heading into this encounter.

Final Prediction

✅ Toss Winner – India Women

✅ Most Runs – Smriti Mandhana

✅ Most Wickets – Shree Charani

✅ Player of the Match – Smriti Mandhana

✅ Match Winner – India Women

Prediction: India Women are expected to win this match and move one step closer to securing a semi-final berth in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When will India Women vs Bangladesh Women Match 23 be played?

The match will be played on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Q2. Where will the India Women vs Bangladesh Women match be played?

The match will be played at Emirates Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester.

Q3. Who is the best captain pick for Dream11?

Smriti Mandhana is the safest captaincy option due to her outstanding form.

Q4. Who is the best vice-captain choice?

Shafali Verma is an excellent vice-captain option because of her explosive batting and useful bowling.

Q5. What is the pitch report for Emirates Old Trafford?

The pitch is balanced with an average first-innings score of around 164 runs. Scores above 170 can be difficult to chase.

Disclaimer

Fantasy cricket involves financial risk and may be addictive. Please play responsibly and make your own decisions after checking the official playing XI and toss updates. This Dream11 team is based on analysis, current form, and probable lineups and does not guarantee winnings.