The West Indies Women’s cricket team capped off a stellar performance with a 3-0 series sweep against Bangladesh Women in the three-match T20 International series, securing a 5-wicket victory in the third and final match at Warner Park, St. Kitts.
The West Indies were chasing a modest 104 runs for victory in the series finale, but the match proved to be more challenging than expected. Despite a few early setbacks, including a slump to 61 for 5 after 11.2 overs, the Windies Women dug deep, ultimately finishing at 105 for 5 in 18.3 overs.
A crucial 6th-wicket stand of 44 runs between Shabika Gajnabi (27) and Zaida James (14) brought the team over the finish line, securing the victory. Earlier, Jannillea Glasgow had played a valuable role with the bat, contributing 25 runs, and was also pivotal with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 15 runs.
Bangladesh, who had chosen to bat first, posted a total of 104 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Nigar Sultana Joty top-scored for her side with 33 runs. Player of the Match Jannillea Glasgow was the standout performer with the ball, leading the Windies attack and picking up 3 wickets for just 15 runs. Zaida James (1 for 7), Afy Fletcher (1 for 15), and Ashmini Munisar (1 for 9) each chipped in with a wicket to help restrict the visitors.
This victory comes after the West Indies Women’s dominant performances in the earlier matches. On Monday, they cruised to an 8-wicket win in the first game, and then on Wednesday, they registered an emphatic 106-run victory in game two.
With this series clean sweep, the Windies, who were with led by Karishma Ramharack in the absence of the inspirational Hayley Matthews who was rested for the final match, completed the white ball tour by Bangladesh with 5 wins and a lone defeat, having completed a 2-1 triumph in the One Day Internationals.
Final Scores:
- Bangladesh Women: 104/8 (20 overs)
- West Indies Women: 105/5 (18.3 overs)
Deandra Dottin was named Player of The Series.
