ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier 2025: Bangladesh vs West Indies, Pakistan vs Thailand - Match Previews and Predictions

The ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025 is heating up, and two key matches are lined up for April 17 – Bangladesh Women vs West Indies Women (Match 11) and Pakistan Women vs Thailand Women (Match 12). Here’s everything you need to know before the action unfolds in Lahore.

🔥 Match 11: Bangladesh Women vs West Indies Women

Venue: Lahore City Cricket Association Ground

🏏 Bangladesh Women – On Top of the Table

Bangladesh Women are in red-hot form, sitting at the top of the points table with 3 wins. Their net run rate (NRR) of 1.494 shows their dominance in the tournament.

• Top Performer (Batting): Nigar Sultana – 235 runs

• Top Performer (Bowling): Jannatul Ferdus – 8 wickets

In their previous match, Bangladesh defeated Scotland by 34 runs. With fifties from Fargana Hoque and Sharmin Akhter, and a blistering 83* by Nigar Sultana, Bangladesh posted a strong total of 276/6. The bowlers backed it up to seal a solid win.

🏏 West Indies Women – Struggling to Find Rhythm

The West Indies are in 5th place with 1 win and 2 losses, and an NRR of -0.526. They recently lost to Pakistan by 65 runs despite standout performances by Hayley Matthews, who is leading in both runs (137) and wickets (10) for her team.

They’ll need to bounce back strong in this must-win game.

🧠 Match Prediction:

• Toss Winner: West Indies Women

• Match Winner: West Indies Women (Prediction)

• Top Batter: Hayley Matthews (WI), Sharmin Akhter (BAN)

• Top Bowler: Afy Fletcher (WI), Rabeya (BAN)

• Player of the Match: Hayley Matthews (WI)

• Expected Scores: Bangladesh – 230+, West Indies – 245+

🔥 Match 12: Pakistan Women vs Thailand Women

Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

🏏 Pakistan Women – Strong Contenders

Pakistan are sitting comfortably in 2nd place with 3 wins and a positive NRR of 0.857. They’re coming off a solid win over the West Indies by 65 runs.

• Top Batter: Aliya Riaz – 140 runs

• Top Bowler: Sana Fatima – 7 wickets

Sidra Ameen’s recent 54 and Sana Fatima’s 3-wicket haul are signs that Pakistan is hitting their stride.

🏏 Thailand Women – Still Finding Their Feet

Thailand Women are yet to open their account and are at the bottom of the table with 3 losses and a tough NRR of -1.880.

• Top Batter: Natthakan Chantam – 78 runs

• Top Bowler: Thipatcha Putthawong – 5 wickets

Despite a fighting effort in their last game against Ireland, where Suwanan Khiaoto scored 59, they fell short while chasing 306.

🧠 Match Prediction:

• Toss Winner: Thailand Women

• Match Winner: Pakistan Women (Prediction)

• Top Batter: Muneeba Ali (PAK), Phannita Maya (THA)

• Top Bowler: Nashra Sandhu (PAK), Chanida Sutthiruang (THA)

• Player of the Match: Nashra Sandhu (PAK)

• Expected Scores: Pakistan – 270+, Thailand – 170+

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📝 Final Thoughts

With key points and World Cup qualification at stake, both matches promise high-octane cricket. Bangladesh and Pakistan look strong, but the West Indies will be eager to cause an upset, and Thailand is hungry for their first win. Stay tuned for more updates!

Reference from:- https://www.cricketworld.com/icc-womens-world-cup-qualifier-2025-match-11-12-bangladesh-vs-west-indies-pakistan-vs-thailand-cricket-betting-tips-april-17th/102299.htm