Bangladesh Appoints Nahida Akter as New T20I Captain
Bangladesh names Nahida Akter as new T20I captain, replacing Nigar Sultana Joty, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said in a statement.
Bangladesh has appointed Nahida Akter as the new captain of their T20I side, replacing Nigar Sultana Joty who stepped down last month, according to an International Cricket Council (ICC) press release.
Nahida Akter, a 25-year-old left-arm spinner, has played over 100 T20I matches for Bangladesh.
She will be assisted by new vice-captain Sobhana Mostary. Their first task will be the ICC Women's Emerging Trophy event next month. Nahida has been given the role for at least one year, after which the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will assess the situation and decide on the next step ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in 2028, according to Rafiqul Islam Babu, chairman of the BCB women's wing, International Cricket Council (ICC) said in a statement.
Sultana Joty has expressed her support for Nahida, wishing her well in her new role and stating she will continue to play alongside her if selected. Joty emphasized that their passion for Bangladesh cricket remains the same and that she is ready to provide support for the team's success.
The ICC Women's Emerging Trophy is an annual tournament that provides a platform for emerging women's cricket teams to compete against each other. Bangladesh has been a part of this tournament since its inception and has had a decent run in recent years.
Bangladesh's women's cricket team has been making steady progress in recent years, with a growing fan base and improved performance in international tournaments. The team has a loyal following in the country, and the appointment of Nahida Akter as captain is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the team's leadership.