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Bangladesh suffered a heartbreaking three-wicket defeat against South Africa in a thrilling ICC Women\u2019s World Cup encounter at Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Monday.<\/p>\n
The match went down to the wire, with the Proteas chasing down a target of 233 with three balls to spare.<\/p>\n
Defending eight runs in the final over, Bangladesh\u2019s Nahida Akter bowled the decisive over. However, Nadine de Klerk smashed a boundary off the first delivery to ease the pressure.<\/p>\n
After a dot ball, she sealed the victory with a six, remaining unbeaten on 37 off 29 balls. The defeat made Bangladesh\u2019s semifinal hopes significantly tougher.<\/p>\n
Batting first after winning the toss, Bangladesh posted a competitive total of 232 for 6 in 50 overs. Shorna Akter played a brilliant unbeaten knock, smashing a rapid fifty \u2014 the fastest by a Bangladeshi in Women\u2019s ODI history \u2014 off just 34 balls. Her explosive finish lifted the Tigers to a strong total after steady contributions from the top order.<\/p>\n
Openers Rubaiya Haider Jhellik (25 off 52) and Fargana Hoque Pinky (30 off 76) gave Bangladesh a cautious but solid start, putting up a fifty-run stand \u2014 a rare opening partnership milestone for the team in recent matches.<\/p>\n
At No. 3, Sharmin Akhter anchored the innings with a fluent half-century, scoring 50 off 74 balls. Captain Nigar Sultana Joty added 32 off 42, sharing a vital 77-run stand with Sharmin.<\/p>\n
In the final overs, Shorna Akter took charge, showcasing her power-hitting ability alongside Ritu Moni, who added a quickfire 19 off 8 balls to help Bangladesh cross the 230-mark.<\/p>\n
Chasing 233, South Africa stumbled early as Nahida Akter struck in her first over, dismissing Tazmin Brits for a duck. The Proteas lost regular wickets and were reduced to 89 for 5 after 25 overs, with Laura Wolvaardt (31), Anneke Bosch (28) and Annerie Dercksen (2) all departing cheaply.<\/p>\n
However, Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon revived the innings with an 85-run stand for the sixth wicket. Kapp made a composed 56, while Tryon added 62, steering South Africa back into the contest.<\/p>\n
De Klerk\u2019s late heroics ensured the visitors crossed the finish line with three balls remaining, handing Bangladesh a narrow defeat despite a spirited all-round performance.<\/p>\n
With this loss, Bangladesh\u2019s chances of reaching the semifinals have become increasingly difficult but their fighting display once again showcased the team\u2019s growing maturity and potential on the world stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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