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Bangladesh 'can surprise any team when we perform as a whole unit', says captain Nigar Sultana

Bangladesh women’s cricket captain **Nigar Sultana** has emphasized the team’s ability to compete with the world’s best when they function as a cohesive unit, ahead of their historic three-match ODI series against Australia in Brisbane. The series, set for October 9, 11, and 14, 2026, marks the first time Bangladesh women will play bilateral ODIs on Australian soil, facing the top-ranked side in both formats.

Sultana highlighted the team’s strength in the ODI format, both domestically and abroad, and stressed the importance of mindset and collective execution. She also drew inspiration from Bangladesh’s men’s team, which recently drew a Test series in August 2026, framing it as a source of motivation for the women’s squad to maintain a competitive edge in the challenging conditions of Australia.

The team’s new head coach, **David Hemp**, brings extensive experience with both Bangladesh and Australian cricket to the role. Hemp, appointed on a two-year contract until September 2028, previously served as batting coach for the women’s side during the 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifier and the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier.

His familiarity with the setup, including prior roles with the men’s team and international coaching experience, positions him to guide Bangladesh through this high-stakes series against the formidable Australians.

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