Nigar Sultana Joty, the captain of the Bangladesh women’s cricket team, etched her name in history books by becoming the first Bangladeshi woman to play 100 Women’s T20 Internationals (WT20Is). This remarkable feat was achieved during Bangladesh’s opening match of the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the UAE, where they faced Scotland.
Joty, the 27-year-old wicketkeeper-batter, made her T20I debut back in 2015 against Pakistan. Since then, she has been a consistent performer for the Tigresses, amassing a total of 1944 runs in the format. Her highest score in T20Is is an impressive 113 not out, showcasing her ability to dominate the game. Joty’s remarkable achievement is even more special considering she was awarded ‘Player of the Match’ after Bangladesh secured a massive 249-run victory over the Maldives in a previous match.
This milestone solidifies Joty’s place as one of the most accomplished women cricketers from Bangladesh. Her consistent performances and leadership qualities have made her an integral part of the team’s success. With her 100th WT20I appearance, Joty has set an inspiring example for aspiring cricketers in Bangladesh, proving that women can achieve great heights in the sport.
Here is a look at the Bangladesh players with the most WT20I appearances:
* Nigar Sultana Joty (100)
* Salma Khatun (95)
* Nahida Akter (88)
* Rumana Ahmed (87)
* Fahima Khatun (85)
