England Women v Bangladesh Women

England Women took on Bangladesh Women in a T20 World Cup clash in Sharjah on Thursday, with the English side emerging victorious by 21 runs.
England, who are ranked No. 2 in the world, were favorites going into the match, but Bangladesh, who are ranked No. 8, gave them a run for their money.
Batting first, England posted a total of 118/7 from their 20 overs, with Danni Wyatt top-scoring with 41. Bangladesh were then restricted to 97/7 in reply, with captain Nigar Sultana top-scoring with 30.
England's victory was set up by a disciplined bowling performance, with Sophie Ecclestone taking 3/23 and Sarah Glenn taking 2/15.
The win moves England to the top of Group B, while Bangladesh remain in third place.
England will now face India in their next match on Saturday, while Bangladesh will take on Australia.
Scorecard
England Women
118/7 (20 overs)
Danni Wyatt 41 (32)
Heather Knight 21 (18)
Bangladesh Women
97/7 (20 overs)
Nigar Sultana 30 (27)
Fargana Hoque 23 (26)
Bowling
England Women
Sophie Ecclestone 3/23 (4 overs)
Sarah Glenn 2/15 (4 overs)
Nat Sciver 1/13 (4 overs)
Bangladesh Women
Salma Khatun 2/30 (4 overs)
Jahanara Alam 1/28 (4 overs)
Nahida Akter 1/26 (4 overs)