The rivalry between India and Bangladesh women’s cricket teams has been a captivating chapter in the history of women’s cricket. From their early encounters to the recent thrilling contests, this timeline highlights the key moments and milestones of this intense rivalry.
Early Years (1970s-1990s)
- 1973: India Women’s Cricket Association (IWCA) formed.
- 1976: Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Association (BWCA) formed.
- 1990s: Initial bilateral series between India and Bangladesh begin.
The Rise of Bangladesh (2000s-2010s)
- 2000s: Bangladesh women’s cricket starts to make significant strides.
- 2011: Bangladesh women’s team gains One Day International (ODI) status.
- 2013: Bangladesh women participate in their first ICC Women’s World Cup.
- 2015: India and Bangladesh women’s teams engage in frequent bilateral series.
A Growing Rivalry (2010s-Present)
- 2016: Bangladesh women’s team qualifies for the ICC Women’s World T20.
- 2018: India and Bangladesh women’s teams compete in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
- 2020s: The rivalry intensifies with competitive matches across formats.
- 2022: Bangladesh women’s team achieves Test status.
- 2023: India and Bangladesh women’s teams play a historic Test series.
The Future of the Rivalry
As both India and Bangladesh women’s cricket teams continue to grow and develop, the rivalry between them is set to become even more intense and exciting. With talented players on both sides and a passionate fan base, the future of India-Bangladesh women’s cricket looks promising.
