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Bangladesh and the Netherlands on Wednesday secured two of the four available places at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 after the Super Six stage of the Qualifier began in Kathmandu. The Netherlands will make their maiden appearance in the T20 World Cup, while Bangladesh extended their streak to seven consecutive tournaments. Scotland also defeated Ireland by 39 runs in the Super Six opener.

The Netherlands defeated the USA by 21 runs under the DLS method. Batting first, the Americans scored 129 for seven in 20 overs. Gargi Bhogle top-scored with 36 and Isani Vaghela remained unbeaten on 32, but the middle and lower order failed to capitalise. Hannah Landheer claimed three wickets for 30 runs to restrict the innings.

The Netherlands responded aggressively, reaching 90 for two in 12 overs before rain halted play. Heather Siegers struck 28 runs off 12 balls, including three sixes, while Phebe Molkenboer remained unbeaten on 46 from 43 balls. The win confirmed the Netherlands’ first-ever T20 World Cup berth, scheduled in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5.

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Bangladesh, put into bat against Thailand, were initially reduced to 12 for two. A 101-run partnership between Juairiya Ferdous (56 from 45 balls) and Sobhana Mostary (59 from 42 balls) stabilised the innings, helping set a total of 166.

Thailand’s chase began poorly as Suwanan Khiaoto was bowled first ball by Marufa Akter. Natthakan Chantham contributed 46 runs in a 67-run second-wicket stand with Nannapat Koncharoenkai (29), but wickets fell regularly from the 16th over. Bangladesh eventually won by 39 runs, sealing their qualification.

Scotland also booked a place in the tournament after defeating Ireland by 39 runs, with Kathryn Bryce making significant contributions with both bat and ball. The fourth qualifying slot remains open as the Super Six stage continues.

The 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will feature teams from across the globe, marking a key preparatory platform ahead of the tournament in England and Wales.