Tigresses clinch ODI series with record chase against Ireland

Bangladesh women's cricket team secured a historic series victory over Ireland with a commanding five-wicket win in second WODI at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka on Saturday.The victory gives the Tigresses an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Chasing 194 for victory, the hosts achieved their highest-ever successful run chase in WODIs, surpassing their previous best of 167 against Pakistan in November 2023. Bangladesh had a shaky start, losing opener Murshida Khatun for just six in the fifth over. However, the partnership between Fargana and Sharmin ensured stability. Despite a few quick wickets, Joty and Shorna’s aggressive 53-run