New Delhi, June 26 -- India Women secured a comfortable five-wicket victory over Bangladesh Women in the 23rd match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester on Thursday (June 25). Chasing 137, Harmanpreet Kaur's side reached the target in 16.5 overs with 19 balls to spare, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in Group A.

Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bat first, but could only manage 136/8. India's bowlers, led by Radha Yadav's three-wicket haul, restricted the opposition after a few useful partnerships.

Bangladesh started steadily but lost Dilara Akter early for 4. Juairiya Ferdous and Sobhana Mostary then added 51 runs for the second wicket. Ferdous top-scored with 33 off 31 balls before falli...