The women's football team landed at Hazrat Shahjalal
International Airport around 1:40pm today (21 September). State Minister
for Youth and Sports Zahid Ahsan Russel received the team at the airport; a
cake was cut at the airport to celebrate the team's victory.
Before the flight arrived in Dhaka, thousands of supporters
arrived in groups and waited outside Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
They were shouting slogans, congratulating the girls.
The South Asian
Football Federation (SAFF) Women's Championship winners have reached Dhaka
after their highly celebrated victory in Nepal.
SAFF winning team is all set to rally across town with a
victory parade featuring an open-top bus all the way to the Bangladesh Football
Federation house in Motijheel.
The girls clinched their maiden South Asian Football
Federation Women's Cup by beating Nepal 3-1 on 19 September. Bangladesh scored
23 goals in the event and conceded only one in the final.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Wednesday (21 September)
announced a cash reward of Tk50 lakh for the Bangladesh Women's football team.
BCB President Nazmul Hassan Papon lauded the success of the women footballers.
"The women's football team has made the whole nation
proud with its exceptional performance and historic achievement. As a mark of
our appreciation and support for their effort, I am declaring Tk50 lakh
for the entire team on behalf of the BCB," Papon was quoted in the BCB
statement.
"I have no doubts that the SAFF triumph will greatly
inspire sportsmen and women around the country and sports teams to strive for
international glory in respective disciplines," he added.
On 19 September, State Minister for Youth and Sports
Zahid Ahsan Russel announced the plans to organise the reception after the
Bangladesh girls clinched their maiden South Asian Football Federation Women's
Cup by beating Nepal 3-1.
SAFF champion Bangladesh Women's football
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Bangladesh registered a landmark 150-run victory against New Zealand to go up 1-0 in two-match series, thanks to left-arm spinner Taijul Islam who spun the New Zealand batters in a gem of performance at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium today.
Taijul ended with a match-figure of 10-184, his second 10-wicket haul in a Test match to emulate Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz as New Zealand found them wanting in a relentless spin attack.
Unlike the victory against Australia and England, which came in a rage turner in Mirpur, the win was scripted in a better pitch which offered something for pacers, spinners and batters.
But Bangladesh, which has been at its lowest ebb following a disastrous World Cup performance and came into the game without as many five first choice players, showed a performance of ages to take the match in their favour.
Taijul followed his 4-109 with 6-75 in the second innings to wrap up New Zealand innings for 181 in the first session of day five, while chasing a target of 332.
Offspinner Nayeem Hasan complemented him with 2-40 while pacer Shoriful Islam (1-13) and offspinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz (1-44) took the rest of the two wickets.
Daryl Mitchell battled lonely to top-score for the visitors with 58.
Bangladesh went into the fifth and final day of the game, needing just three wickets to complete the inevitable. But resuming at 113-7 and requiring 219 runs, Mitchell's presence gave New Zealand a slim hope for an unlikely victory given the fact that Sylhet pitch normally behaves well in the morning session.
Mitchell struck Taijul a boundary through mid-off in the third ball of the day before punching the same bowler for a single through cover to raise his ninth 50 off 99 balls. Tension rose as he batted with ease as a testament that pitch had no demons.
He looked confident against spinners and repeatedly swept them to keep the scoreboard moving.
However, probably the overconfidence got the better of him as a sweep shot against offspinner Nayeem Hasan brought his dismissal, ending New Zealand's any kind of hope of saving the game.
Skipper Tim Southee played an attacking 34 off 24 with one four and two sixes before Taijul dismissed him to complete his 12th five-for.
Taijul then fittingly wrapped up New Zealand innings when Ish Sodhi who made a laborious 22 off 91, popped a simple catch to Zakir Hasan at silly mid-off.
Opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy made 86 as Bangladesh were bowled out 310 in its first innings but New Zealand earned a 7-run lead, compiling 317, courtesy to a brilliant 104 of Kane Williamson.
Najmul Hossain Shanto then became first Bangladesh cricketer to hit a century on debut as captain to lead Bangladesh to 338 in second innings, setting a dauting 332-run target for the visitors on an increasingly deteriorating pitch.
His century paved the way for Bangladesh's only second and first victory at home against New Zealand.
The second and final Test begins on December 6 at Mirpur.
(BSS)
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Bangladesh's veteran opening batter, Tamim Iqbal, has been omitted from the 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, as announced by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday. Meanwhile, experienced batter Mahmudullah has secured his spot in the team.
The squad selection process generated considerable
discussion, with several players being automatic choices. Tamim Iqbal, despite
not being in peak physical condition, seemed like a surefire inclusion,
especially after his confident return to international cricket with a fluent 44
against New Zealand.
However, reports emerged in local media just a day before
the squad announcement, suggesting that Tamim had informed the management of
his inability to play in all nine group matches of the tournament due to his
fitness concerns. These reports reportedly left Shakib Al Hasan, the team's
star all-rounder and captain, dissatisfied, even to the point where he
contemplated stepping down as captain. Ultimately, the selectors decided
against picking Tamim.
In a noteworthy development, Nafees Iqbal, Tamim's elder
brother and the team's logistics manager, left the Sher-E-Bangla National
Cricket Stadium during Bangladesh's third ODI against New Zealand, and it
appears he was removed from his post at Shakib's request.
The squad features some fresh faces as well, with Tanzid
Hasan, who made his international debut in the recently-concluded Asia Cup, and
Tanzim Hasan Sakib, the promising fast bowler who impressed in his debut
against India in the Asia Cup, earning their spots.
Bangladesh used the ongoing New Zealand series as an
opportunity to experiment and assess potential options for the World Cup.
Unlike most other teams, the selectors refrained from announcing a provisional
squad, keeping fans and experts in suspense until just a couple of days before
the ICC's deadline.
Mahmudullah, who had been absent from the ODI side for a
considerable period, finally earned a place in the team after lower-order
batters failed to make their mark in recent series. Mahmudullah's performance
in the New Zealand series proved crucial, as he top-scored with a 76-ball-49 in
the second ODI amid a batting collapse.
The spin duo of Nasum Ahmed and Mahedi Hasan also secured
their spots in the squad after delivering strong performances in the latter
part of the Asia Cup and the early stages of the New Zealand ODIs.
Soumya Sarkar, on the other hand, auditioned for a role but
struggled, recording a duck in the second ODI against New Zealand before being
dropped from the squad for the third game.
The finalized squad for the World Cup comprises the
following players: Shakib Al Hasan (captain), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain
Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wicketkeeper), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Mehidy
Hasan Miraz, Tanzid Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud,
Shoriful Islam, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.
Comment
Bashundhara Toiletries Limited, a sister concern of Bashundhara Group, the largest industrial company in Bangladesh, has become the title sponsor of SAFF Championship Football 2023, the famous South Asian World Cup in football. And in Bangladesh, the country's first ever sports channel, T Sports, owned by Bashundhara Group, has bought broadcasting rights. Bashundhara Toiletries Limited SAFF Championship 2023 will be watched live on T Sports App along with satellite channel T Sports.
From June 21 to July 4, the 8-team SAFF Championship match, including Bangladesh, is going to be held in Bangalore, India. In the second match of the opening day, 2 arch rivals India and Pakistan face each other.
Bashundhara Group, one of the sponsors of sports on the red-green map, has crossed the borders of the country and opened new horizons outside the country. Bashundhara Group is regularly sponsoring various tournaments of Bangladesh team and Bangladesh Football Federation in the hope of promoting football in the country. In continuation of that, Bashundhara Toiletries Limited is participating in South Asia's biggest football tournament with Bangladesh team.
Safwan Sobhan, Vice Chairman of Bashundhara Group and President of Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club said, "This news is a matter of pride and joy not only for Bashundhara Group but also for the people of Bangladesh. Any international tournament means the sponsorship of foreign companies, their presence in the field-gallery, especially the presence of Indian companies is high here. This time, a Bangladeshi company will be seen as the sponsor of the SAFF Championship to be held on Indian soil. We believe, that will motivate the Bangladesh team to perform well.”
Meanwhile, T Sports has brought great news for the football lovers of Bangladesh. This is the first time all the matches of SAFF Championship will be broadcast in Bengali language. T Sports will also broadcast analytical discussions with football experts before and after the start of the match.
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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) ace Neymar and Bruna Biancardi
have announced that they are expecting to welcome their first child into the
world.
On Tuesday night (18 April), Bruna Biancardi posted five
photos on her Instagram account, confirming that she and Neymar were expecting.
The couple, who were glowing with happiness in the said images, did not confirm
the sex of the child.
The post reads, "You're going to join a beautiful
family, with my sister, grandmothers, uncles and aunts who already love you
very much! See you soon son/daughter, we can't wait!"
The baby will be Neymar's second child after 11-year-old
Davi Lucca.
According to media reports, the couple started dating in
2021. Though they kept their romantic relationship private.
They officially announced their relationship to the public
through an Instagram post in January 2022.
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The ABG Limited extended their hands to support the National Women’s Football Team to make the team's progress easier toward the success in football.
The country’s largest business conglomerate Bashundhara Group’s concern ABG Limited extends their support for National Women’s Football Team.
ABG Limited inked a three-year deal with Bangladesh Football Federation to provide monetary assistance for women’s football league, national and international competitions and other development projects for women’s football at MD House at Bashundhara R/A on Thursday.
Managing Director of Bashundhara Group and ABG Limited and Chairman of Sheikh Russel Krira Chakra Ltd Sayem Sobhan Anvir on behalf of the sponsor ABG Limited while FIFA Council Member, BFF Executive Committee member and BFF Women’s Wing Chairman Mahfuza Akter Kiron on behalf of the federation has signed the contract.
Bashundhara Group (EWPD) Deputy Managing Director and Head of Accounts and Finance, Bashundhara Kings President and BFF Vice-President Imrul Hassan, ABG Ltd advisor Mostofa Azad Mohiuddin, BFF vice-president Mohiuddin Mohi, BFF general secretary Md. Abu Nayeem Shohag, and T-Sports CEO Ishtiaque Sadeque attended the signing ceremony.
Also, Daily Sun Editor Enamul Hoque Chowdhury, Kaler Kantho Editor-in-Chief Imdadul Haq Milan, Bangladesh Pratidin Editor Naem Nizam, Kaler Kantho Editor Shahed Muhammad Ali, News24 Executive Editor Rahul Raha and other distinguished personalities were also present.
Comment
Bangladesh registered a landmark 150-run victory against New Zealand to go up 1-0 in two-match series, thanks to left-arm spinner Taijul Islam who spun the New Zealand batters in a gem of performance at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium today. Taijul ended with a match-figure of 10-184, his second 10-wicket haul in a Test match to emulate Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz as New Zealand found them wanting in a relentless spin attack.
Bangladesh's veteran opening batter, Tamim Iqbal, has been omitted from the 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, as announced by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday. Meanwhile, experienced batter Mahmudullah has secured his spot in the team.
Bashundhara Toiletries Limited, a sister concern of Bashundhara Group, the largest industrial company in Bangladesh, has become the title sponsor of SAFF Championship Football 2023, the famous South Asian World Cup in football. And in Bangladesh, the country's first ever sports channel, T Sports, owned by Bashundhara Group, has bought broadcasting rights. Bashundhara Toiletries Limited SAFF Championship 2023 will be watched live on T Sports App along with satellite channel T Sports.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) ace Neymar and Bruna Biancardi have announced that they are expecting to welcome their first child into the world. On Tuesday night (18 April), Bruna Biancardi posted five photos on her Instagram account, confirming that she and Neymar were expecting.
The ABG Limited extended their hands to support the National Women’s Football Team to make the team's progress easier toward the success in football. The country’s largest business conglomerate Bashundhara Group’s concern ABG Limited extends their support for National Women’s Football Team.
