How did Match 5 of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 go between Bangladesh Women vs Netherlands Women

Bangladesh Women began their World Cupcampaign with a comfortable victory over Netherlands Women on June 14 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

Batting first, Netherlands Women posted 139/8 in their 20 overs, with Babette de Leede top-scoring with 50 off 45 balls. For Bangladesh, Marufa Akter was the pick of the bowlers, claiming two wickets.

In response, Bangladesh Women chased down the target with ease, thanks to a match-winning half-century from opener Juairiya Ferdous, who anchored the innings and guided her side to victory.

For the Netherlands, Caroline de Lange was the most successful bowler, returning figures of 2/27 from her four overs.

Top batting performance of the match - Juairiya Ferdous

Juairiya Ferdous dominated the chase with a brilliant knock of 50 off just 33 balls, smashing seven fours and two sixes.

Batting at an impressive strike rate of 151.52, she took control of the proceedings and ensured Bangladesh Women comfortably reached their target.

Top bowling performance of the match - Marufa Akter Marufa Akter. (Photo Source: George Wood - ECB/ECB via Getty Images)

Right-arm pacer Marufa Akter was the standout performer with the ball, finishing with impressive figures of 2/31 from her four overs.

She provided Bangladesh Women with crucial breakthroughs by dismissing Phebe Molkenboer and Robine Rijke, playing a key role in restricting Netherlands Women to a manageable total.

Records Broken and Major Milestones Achieved

• Silver Siegers and Iris Zwilling's 23-run partnership is Netherlands Women highest for the 9th wicket in WT20Is.

Who won the Player of the Match? Juairiya Ferdous. (Photo Source: Matthew Lewis-ICC/ICC via Getty Images)

Juairiya Ferdous was named Player of the Match for her brilliant half-century, which provided the aggression and momentum Bangladesh Women needed during the chase.

What is the next match?

Bangladesh Women will play their next game against Australia Women on Wednesday, June 17. Meanwhile, Netherlands Women will return to action on the same day, locking horns with India Women.