Nahida, Marufa help Bangladesh brush aside Indonesia
The pair shared five wickets to bowl Indonesia out for 58
In Bangladesh's Asia Cup opener against Indonesia in Dubai, Marufa Akter's exceptional bowling and the spin attack proved pivotal in helping Bangladesh secure a 71-run victory. Despite Indonesia's spirited effort, they struggled to build a competitive total, being dismissed for a paltry 58 runs in their 17.3 overs. Sobhana Mostary top-scored with 40 runs, while Shorna Akter provided late momentum with 31 off 18 balls.
Indonesia's left-arm spinner Nahida Akter shone with figures of 3 for 15. Though Indonesia's Ni Made Putri Suwandewi hit the ball early, Bangladesh's openers capitalized on the movement to get off to a good start. However, the pressure mounted as Indonesia's spinners continued to trouble the batsmen. Bangladesh's bowlers, particularly Marufa and Nahida, tightened the screws after the powerplay, taking crucial wickets at regular intervals.
Sr. legspinner Fahima Khatun and Sanjida Akter Meghla both picked up wickets, while Nahida sealed the deal with three dismissals in the final over. The match concluded with Bangladesh winning by 71 runs.
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