Marufa Akter impressed in Bangladesh’s opening ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 match against Pakistan with a strong bowling performance. She dismissed opener Omaima Sohail and Sidra Amin in the first over, setting up Bangladesh’s win. Pakistan managed only 129 runs, and Bangladesh reached the target in 32 overs with seven wickets remaining.
Marufa’s pace and swing make her stand out in a country known for spin bowlers, as captain Nigar Sultana Joty noted before their match against England on Oct. 7 in Guwahati. Sultana praised Marufa’s talent but stressed the importance of focus amid rising attention. Bangladesh, after their solid win, may adjust their lineup based on conditions to face England, who also started the tournament with...
Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly has joined England’s senior squad for the first time as a replacement for the injured Reece James. England withdrew James after medical staff confirmed he was hurt on Saturday while playing for Chelsea in a 2-1 win over Liverpool.
O’Reilly, 20, usually plays as a midfielder but has filled in at left back for City this season, and he steps up from the Under-21 team. He has represented England at every youth level from U15 to U20.
England will face Wales in a friendly on Thursday, and will play a World Cup qualifier against Latvia on Oct. 14.
Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of the BNP, stated he plans to return to Bangladesh to compete in the 13th parliamentary elections, expecting his party to win a majority after Sheikh Hasina was removed from power last year. He said the student-led movement that ended Hasina’s rule remains incomplete without a fair election.
Rahman, 59, has lived abroad since 2008 and denies corruption charges against him. He is expected to be a candidate for prime minister after the February election, while polls indicate the BNP is leading. Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus has barred the Hasina-led Awami League from political activity.
Rahman pledged to end cycles of political retaliation and outlined plans to diversify the economy and reset ties...
France coach Didier Deschamps said on Monday that Kylian Mbappe will undergo medical tests on his right ankle when he joins the national team for the next round of 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The France captain picked up the injury late in Real Madrid’s 3-1 win over Villarreal on Saturday, raising uncertainty about his participation in the upcoming matches against Azerbaijan and Iceland.
Deschamps said Mbappe’s issue appears minor but will be evaluated by medical staff upon his arrival at Clairefontaine. He added that updates will follow once assessments are complete. Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate will also have tests after sustaining an injury in the team’s 2-1 loss to Chelsea.
France leads its qualifying group with two...
Russia reported that a wave of Ukrainian drones caused power outages in one of its border areas, marking one of Kyiv’s most extensive assaults of the conflict. Ukraine has pledged to step up attacks on Russian soil, particularly against oil facilities, as retaliation for Moscow’s frequent strikes on Ukrainian cities and its energy systems that have left millions without heat and power.
The Russian Defense Ministry said its forces shot down 251 Ukrainian drones overnight, one of the highest counts since the invasion began in February 2022. In the Belgorod region, approximately 5,400 residents lost electricity across 24 settlements, and officials confirmed that a refinery strike in the Krasnodar region had injured two people.
Ukrainian...
Mohamed Salah’s status at Liverpool faces scrutiny after a flat run that has raised doubts about his work rate. He misfired in the 2-1 loss at Chelsea on Saturday, and he offered little cover on the right. He has gone scoreless in five of seven league matches, and Liverpool has fallen behind Arsenal after three defeats in eight days. Across nine games in all competitions, he has three goals and three assists.
Concerns grew as the 33-year-old tracked back sporadically, and Conor Bradley was substituted at halftime after an early booking. Chelsea attacked his flank, and Marc Cucurella advanced unchallenged to supply Estevao Willian’s stoppage-time winner. Pundits such as Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy questioned his defensive effort, and...
Gold set a record at Tk200,726 per bhori, equal to 11.664 grams. Jewellers added Tk3,150, after pure gold rose in local trade. The Bangladesh Jewellers Association pricing committee approved the change on Monday. The previous high was Tk197,576 per bhori on Oct. 5.
Under the revision, 22-carat costs Tk17,209 per gram, and 21-carat costs Tk16,427. Eighteen-carat is Tk14,080 per gram, while traditional is Tk11,698. The rates take effect on Tuesday, the committee stated. Silver stays at Tk311 for 22-carat, Tk296 for 21-carat, Tk254 for 18-carat, and Tk191 for traditional, while buyers add 5% VAT, and at least a 6% making charge that may vary by design and quality.
Former Bangladesh captain Aminul Islam Bulbul has been elected unopposed as president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board. Faruque Ahmed and Sakhawat Hossain will serve as the board’s vice presidents. The announcement was made by Chief Election Commissioner Mohammad Hossain on Monday after the BCB election took place at a Dhaka hotel from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In the election, 23 directors were chosen from three categories: ten from district and divisional representatives, twelve from Dhaka clubs, and one from former cricketers and nominees from government or autonomous bodies. Two additional members were elected from the National Sports Council quota. After the directors were selected, they voted for the BCB president, but with no other...
After defeating Pakistan by seven wickets in their Women’s World Cup opener, the Bangladesh women’s cricket team is preparing to face England in their next match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday. Captain Nigar Sultana Joty told reporters that the team aims to remain composed, minimize errors, and play their natural game rather than feeling pressure from the occasion.
Bangladesh has met England only once in women’s cricket, losing by 100 runs at the 2022 World Cup. Joty noted that the team has since gained valuable experience by playing more matches against strong opponents at home and abroad, which has boosted their confidence and belief. She said the World Cup offers a good chance to showcase their progress and...
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