Bangladesh could reach Asian Games semi-final without playing

Bangladesh women’s cricket team could reach the Asian Games semi-final without playing a single match if rain washes out their quarter-final against China.

Bangladesh will face China in the quarter-final in Nagoya, Japan, on September 17. However, heavy rain is forecast in the city, raising doubts over the match.

If a 20-over match cannot be played, officials will try to decide the result through a Super Over. If that is also not possible, the team with the higher ranking will be declared the winner.

Bangladesh are currently ranked 10th in the ICC T20 rankings, while China are 37th. Therefore, if the match is completely washed out, Bangladesh will be declared the winner and advance to the semi-final based on their higher ranking.

The Asian Games officially open on September 19, but the cricket competition will begin two days earlier.

-AJM