Overview:
England Women thrashed South Africa Women by 10 wickets in their opening match.
England Women will face Bangladesh Women on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Match No. 8 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 is set to deliver an exciting clash.
Bangladesh Women began their World Cup campaign with a 7-wicket win over Pakistan. After restricting Pakistan to 129, thanks to Shorna Akter’s 3 wickets, they comfortably chased down the target. Rubya Haider’s 54* and Sobhana Mostary’s 24* guided them to victory. Now, Bangladesh face a tough challenge against England.
England Women thrashed South Africa Women by 10 wickets in their opening match. They bowled out South Africa for 69, with Linsey Smith taking 3 wickets, while Jones (40*) and Beaumont (21*) chased down the target in 14.1 overs.
Pitch Report
At the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, the pitch is known for being conducive to batting. It offers good bounce and carry, allowing batters to play their shots with ease in the early part of the innings. Fast bowlers may find some initial movement, but as the match goes on, the surface slows down, making it more favourable for spinners.
ENG W vs BAN W Match Prediction
Scenario 1
England Women win the toss and opt to bowl first
30-40: Powerplay
150-200: Final score
England Women win the match
Scenario 2
Bangladesh Women win the toss and opt to bowl first
45-55: Powerplay
230-260: Final score
England Women win the match
ENG W vs BAN W probable top performers
Key Batter to Watch Out For: Rubya Haider
Rubya Haider has been in good form, making valuable runs for her team. In the opening match, she played a match-winning knock, leading Bangladesh to victory over Pakistan.
Key Bowler to Watch Out For: Linsey Smith
Linsey Smith impressed with a three-wicket haul in England’s 10-wicket triumph over South Africa. With the conditions in Guwahati suiting her style, the left-arm spinner is ready to challenge the Bangladeshi batters. She will be key in the middle overs, looking to unsettle the opposition.
ENG W vs BAN W Probable Playing 11
Bangladesh Women (BAN W): Fargana Hoque, Nigar Sultana (wk/c), Sobhana Mostary, Rubya Haider, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Sharmin Akhter, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nishita Akter Nishi
England Women (ENG W): Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Amy Jones (wk), Heather Knight, Tammy Beaumont, Emma Lamb, Sophie Ecclestone, Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell