Nahida named Bangladesh captain for Emerging Nations Trophy

Bangladesh have announced their squad for the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy, to be held in the United Arab Emirates.

The Bangladesh team will leave for the UAE on November 10, with Nahida Akter appointed captain following Nigar Sultana Joty’s decision to step down from the leadership role.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced the squad on Tuesday, retaining Joty in the 15-member team despite her relinquishing the captaincy.

Sobhana Mostary has been named vice-captain of the side.

Bangladesh squad:

Nahida Akter (captain), Sobhana Mostary (vice-captain), Nigar Sultana Joty, Sharmin Akter Supta, Swarna Akter, Ritu Moni, Dilara Akter, Rabeya Khan, Disha Biswas, Fariha Islam Trishna, Fahima Khatun, Juyairiya Ferdous, Jannatul Ferdous Sumona, Sanjida Akter Meghla and Sathi Rani.