Archive · 25 Aug 2026
Nahida Akter Inspires Bangladesh’s Young Girls Through Cricket
Nahida Akter is a cricketer from Bangladesh.
She bowls with her left arm and is one of her country’s top bowlers.
When she started playing, women’s cricket was not as accepted or developed in Bangladesh.
She faced difficulties early in her career.
Her family helped her continue, especially her brother.
Now she wants young girls to believe they can play cricket too.
Her story shows how support can help someone reach their goals.
She discussed this before the Women’s Asia Cup 2026.
Nahida Akter began playing when women’s cricket was less established in Bangladesh.
The Bangladesh left-arm spinner has become one of the country’s top bowlers.
She described early-career challenges in an exclusive Times Now interview.
Nahida credited her family, especially her brother, for supporting her career.
She hopes her journey encourages more Bangladeshi girls to play cricket.
- Who
- Bangladesh cricketer Nahida Akter, with support from her family and brother.
- What
- She discussed her cricket journey, early challenges and message to young girls.
- When
- Before the upcoming Women’s Asia Cup 2026.
- Where
- Bangladesh; the interview was conducted by Times Now.
- Why
- To share her experiences and inspire young girls to pursue cricket.
- Athlete
- Nahida Akter
- Country
- Bangladesh
- Role
- Left-arm spinner
- Recognition
- Described as one of Bangladesh’s top bowlers
- Interview
- Exclusive interview with Times Now
- Upcoming event
- Women’s Asia Cup 2026