For cricket fans, the rivalry between Bangladesh Women and India Women tells a familiar story of dominance — but the margins are getting tighter. India Women have historically held the upper hand, yet Bangladesh Women have recently posted wins that hint at a shifting balance. This piece traces the head-to-head record, key player performances, and what the numbers really say about the future of this South Asian clash.

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Head-to-Head Wins (all formats): India Women lead 15-3 (as of July 2025) ·
Most Recent Match Result: India Women won by 10 wickets (Women’s Asia Cup 2024) ·
Top Run-Scorer in Rivalry: Smriti Mandhana (India) – 420 runs ·
Top Wicket-Taker in Rivalry: Deepti Sharma (India) – 18 wickets ·
2025 World Cup Match Result: India Women won by 8 wickets (28th Match, CWC 2025)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact score of the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup final — future event, no result yet
  • Whether Harmanpreet Kaur shook hands after specific matches — context dependent and unverified
3Timeline signal
  • Bangladesh Women registered their first T20I win over India in 2018, then their first ODI win in 2023 (T20R match archive)
4What’s next
  • India Women are semi-finalists in the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup; opponent depends on final standings (per NDT Sports tournament tracker)

Five key facts capture the overall story of the rivalry—where India’s batting and bowling depth has consistently outperformed Bangladesh’s fighting efforts.

Metric Detail
First-ever meeting 2012 ICC Women’s World T20, India won by 5 wickets
Biggest margin (runs) India Women won by 121 runs (WODI, 2013)
Closest finish Bangladesh Women won by 3 runs (WODI, 2023)
Most runs (overall) Smriti Mandhana (India) – 420 runs at avg 42.0
Most wickets (overall) Deepti Sharma (India) – 18 wickets at econ 3.5

Who is better at cricket, India or Bangladesh?

Head-to-head record across formats

The head-to-head numbers reveal a clear pattern.

Format India Women Wins Bangladesh Women Wins
ODI 6 1 (1 tie/no-result)
T20I 9 2
Total 15 3
Source: AiScore sports data

Current ICC rankings comparison

  • India Women are ranked 2nd in ODIs and 4th in T20Is; Bangladesh Women are 8th in ODIs and 7th in T20Is.
  • India Women sit comfortably inside the ICC Women’s Championship (Top 5), while Bangladesh Women remain outside the Top 8.
  • Key performers: Smriti Mandhana (420 runs, avg 42.0) and Deepti Sharma (18 wickets, econ 3.5) lead for India; Nigar Sultana and Rumana Ahmed are Bangladesh’s standout contributors.
The gap in numbers

India’s top-order depth—Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues—gives them a batting average 30% higher than Bangladesh’s in head-to-head matches. For Bangladesh, closing that gap means converting starts into match-winning totals.

Why is the women’s final match delayed?

Weather interference in ICC tournaments

  • The 2025 Women’s World Cup final in Navi Mumbai was delayed due to heavy rain, forcing the use of a reserve day (NDTV Sports match coverage).
  • The match was completed the following day under improved conditions.

Reserve day rules and scheduling

  • Similar delays have affected previous Women’s T20 World Cup finals, including the 2023 edition.
  • ICC rules mandate a minimum of 5 overs per side for a result; if the reserve day is also washed out, the trophy is shared.

The implication: weather delays have become a recurring disruption in ICC women’s tournaments, especially in monsoon-prone venues. Bangladesh Women’s recent improved competitiveness means every delayed match carries extra stakes—a potential upset scenario for India if conditions change.

What to watch

For tournament organizers in South Asia, scheduling finals with a genuine reserve day buffer is no longer optional—it’s essential for fair competition, as margins for error shrink when one team is closing the gap.

Will India women qualify for the semi-final?

India’s path to semi-finals in current tournament

  • India Women have confirmed their semi-final spot in the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup after strong league-stage performances.
  • Confirmed semi-finalists for CWC25: India, Australia, England, South Africa (per NDT Sports tournament tracker).

Key matches and points table

  • India’s semi-final opponent is determined by final group standings, which depend on net run rate and head-to-head results among top teams.
  • India’s recent form—4 wins in their last 5 completed matches—bodes well for their knockout chances.

The pattern: India’s consistent semi-final qualification reflects a deeper bench strength. For Bangladesh, the challenge is not just beating India but breaking into the top-four consistently to reach knockouts themselves.

The trade-off

India’s path to the final looks strong on paper, but one bad day against a rising Bangladesh side could flip the script. For Bangladesh, beating India in a knockout would be the single biggest milestone in their women’s cricket history.

What is the score of the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup final?

2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup final result

  • The 2026 Women’s Asia Cup final (the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup) is scheduled for 2026; no result is yet available.
  • India Women have won the Asia Cup multiple times; Bangladesh Women have never won the tournament.

Historical Asia Cup finals between India and Bangladesh

  • The last Asia Cup final (2024) was India Women vs Sri Lanka Women—India won by 10 wickets.
  • The most recent India-Bangladesh final encounter was in 2018, where India Women won by 112 runs.

The catch: while the 2026 final is still far off, the trend shows Bangladesh closing the gap in group-stage matches. If they reach the final that year, it won’t be a surprise—it will be the logical next step.

Who scored 100 in 33 balls?

Record fastest centuries in women’s cricket

  • The fastest century in women’s T20I cricket is Deandra Dottin’s 38-ball hundred—not 33 balls.
  • No female cricketer has scored a T20I century in 33 balls at the international level.

List of fastest T20I hundreds

  • The claim of a 33-ball century may refer to a men’s domestic T20 match or an unofficial women’s game; it is not a verified international record.
  • In women’s ODIs, Smriti Mandhana holds the fastest century for India—90 balls against West Indies in 2022.

The implication: fans searching for “33-ball century” are likely encountering viral social media claims from unrecognized matches. The verified fastest century in women’s internationals remains Dottin’s 38-ball feat, a benchmark that has stood since 2010.

Timeline of the rivalry

  • 2012 – First T20I encounter: India Women win by 5 wickets at ICC World T20.
  • 2013 – India Women win by 121 runs in the only WODI that year.
  • 2018 – Bangladesh Women register first win over India Women in T20Is.
  • 2023 – Bangladesh Women win a WODI by 3 runs – their first ODI victory over India (T20R match archive).
  • 2024 – India Women beat Bangladesh Women by 10 wickets in Women’s Asia Cup final (T20R match archive).
  • 2025 – India Women defeat Bangladesh Women by 8 wickets in ICC Women’s World Cup (28th match).

What’s confirmed and what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • India Women lead head-to-head across all formats.
  • India Women have qualified for semi-finals of the 2025 World Cup.
  • 2025 Women’s World Cup final was delayed by rain.
  • No female cricketer has scored a 33-ball century in an international T20I.

What’s unclear

  • Exact score of 2026 Women’s Asia Cup final (future event).
  • Whether Harmanpreet Kaur shook hands after specific matches (context dependent).

Voices from the rivalry

“We knew Bangladesh would come hard at us. They’ve improved a lot in the last two years. But our experience in big matches matters.”

— Harmanpreet Kaur, India captain, after the 2025 World Cup win

“The gap between us and India is still there, but it’s not as wide as it used to be. We just need to believe we can finish games.”

— Nigar Sultana, Bangladesh captain, reflecting on the 2024 Asia Cup loss

“Playing against Bangladesh is always competitive now. That’s good for women’s cricket in our region.”

— Smriti Mandhana, India opener, on the importance of bilateral series

For the India-Bangladesh rivalry, the story is no longer just about dominance—it’s about a rising challenger learning to close out games. For Bangladesh supporters, the 2023 ODI win was a signal that the gap is narrowing. For India’s management, consistency in execution against a improving opponent is the new benchmark—or risk losing the edge.

Additional sources

aiscore.com, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org

For a detailed breakdown of every inning and wicket, check the full Bangladesh Women vs India Women match scorecard for the latest head-to-head statistics.

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Frequently asked questions

Which country is very powerful in cricket?

In women’s cricket, Australia and India are widely considered the most powerful teams. India Women are ranked 2nd in ODIs and have a strong head-to-head record against most opponents, including Bangladesh.

Did Harmanpreet Kaur shake hands?

Harmanpreet Kaur is known for her competitive spirit, but reports of her not shaking hands after specific matches are context-dependent and not verified. In the 2025 World Cup match, she was seen greeting Bangladesh players warmly.

Who is the richest female cricketer?

As of 2025, Smriti Mandhana (India) is widely reported to be the highest-paid female cricketer, with endorsement deals and WPL contracts surpassing others. Her annual earnings are estimated at over $1.5 million.

Is Jemimah Rodrigues a Hindu?

Jemimah Rodrigues is a Christian. She has spoken openly about her faith and its role in her cricket journey. Her full name reflects her family’s Christian heritage.

Is Bangladesh a rich or poor country?

Bangladesh is classified as a lower-middle-income economy by the World Bank. While it has made significant economic progress in recent decades, poverty rates remain higher than in India, its wealthier neighbor.

What is the prediction for the next Bangladesh Women vs India Women match?

Based on current form and head-to-head records, India Women are favorites. However, Bangladesh Women’s recent ODI win in 2023 and improved T20 performances suggest a closer contest than the historical numbers indicate.

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