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Tears in Dressing Room: Bangladesh’s WC Dream Crushed by SA’s 3-Wicket Thriller

Shivansh Rana | 4 min read | 2 days ago | Oct 14, 2025 04:08 am IST
Tears in Dressing Room: Bangladesh's WC Dream Crushed by SA's 3-Wicket Thriller

What a match. What a heartbreaking finish. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty has revealed her team was left in tears in the dressing room after a gut-wrenching three-wicket loss to South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 on October 13 in Visakhapatnam.

Key Takeaways

  • Bangladesh lost a thriller to South Africa by 3 wickets with just three balls remaining in Visakhapatnam.
  • Captain Nigar Sultana confirmed the team was emotional, saying they were ‘in tears’ after the narrow defeat.
  • Shorna Akter smashed the tournament’s fastest half-century, scoring 51 runs off just 34 balls for Bangladesh.
  • Critical dropped catches of Chloe Tryon and match-winner Nadine de Klerk ultimately cost Bangladesh the game.
  • This was Bangladesh’s third straight loss, while South Africa secured their third consecutive victory.

A Fight to the Bitter End

Look, this one is going to sting for a while. Bangladesh put up a solid fight, posting a competitive total of 232 runs. The innings was powered by a significant contribution from Sharmin Akter and an absolutely explosive knock from Shorna Akter. You heard that right. Shorna blitzed her way to the fastest half-century of the tournament, scoring 51 off a mere 34 balls. It felt like their game to lose.

And for a while, it looked like they had it sealed. South Africa stumbled, finding themselves in a deep hole at 78 for 5. Victory seemed within reach for Bangladesh. But cricket is a funny game, isn’t it?

The Moment It All Slipped Away

Here’s the thing about championship teams: they find a way to win. South Africa did just that. Marizanne Kapp (56 off 71) and Chloe Tryon (62 off 69) built a crucial partnership that clawed their team back into the contest. But the real daggers came from Bangladesh’s fielding errors. You just can’t give top players a second chance.

They dropped crucial catches of both Tryon and Nadine de Klerk. And de Klerk, the hero from their previous match against India, made them pay dearly. She was absolutely fearless, finishing unbeaten on 37 from 29 balls and sealing the victory with a massive six. Just like that, the game was over.

Expert Analysis

Experts and fans agree on one thing: fielding cost Bangladesh the match. Giving lifelines to set batters like Tryon and a proven finisher like de Klerk is a recipe for disaster. While Bangladesh’s fighting spirit was praised, these unforced errors at critical moments were the clear difference between winning and losing. South Africa’s ability to stay calm under immense pressure has become their trademark in this tournament.

Social Media Storm

The reaction online was immediate and intense. Videos of the Bangladeshi players’ frustration went viral, showing just how much this match meant to them. On the other side, fans hailed Nadine de Klerk as South Africa’s new ‘clutch star,’ celebrating her back-to-back match-winning performances. The contrast was stark and emotional.

“We Cried in the Dressing Room”

After the match, a visibly emotional Captain Nigar Sultana Joty didn’t hold back. She admitted the loss was devastating for her young squad. “We are a young team… we were in tears in the dressing room,” she said, acknowledging their deep emotional investment. Despite the heartbreak, she also expressed pride in their fighting spirit.

This defeat marks Bangladesh’s third consecutive loss, putting their World Cup campaign in serious jeopardy. For South Africa, it’s the opposite story. Their third straight win showcases a team that simply refuses to lose from any position. So, what do you think? Can Bangladesh bounce back from this emotional blow?