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Australia elects to field against Bangladesh in Women’s T20 match

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:04 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Australia elects to field against Bangladesh in Women’s T20 match

Summary

Australia and Bangladesh are currently competing in the Group 1 match of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley, Leeds. Play began at 10.30am BST after Australia’s captain Sophie Molineux chose to field upon winning the toss. Bangladesh's captain Nigar Sultana expressed that she would have opted to bat, indicating a mutual agreement on the strategy. The weather is mostly sunny, contributing to favorable playing conditions.

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By the Numbers

•Match takes place at Headingley, Leeds.
•Australia won the toss and elected to field.
•Bangladesh's captain would have chosen to bat.
•Weather conditions are mostly sunny.
•Match started at 10.30am BST.

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9:04 AMThe Guardian Sport — Australia v Bangladesh: Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – live

What they're saying

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Updates from the Group 1 match at Headingley Play in Leeds starts 7.30pm AEST/10.30am BST Any thoughts? Email Megan Sophie Molineux doesn’t hesitate at all to elect to field when the coin lands. After batting first in their last game, it’s not surprising they want an opportunity to chase. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana reveals she would have chosen to bat anyway, so it’s win-win! The coverage has started and while there are some clouds in the sky, it looks mostly sunny, so that’s good news! Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Megan Maurice

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