The Bangladesh national women’s kabaddi team made a spirited comeback in their five-match away series against Nepal, registering a thrilling 26-23 victory in the third match. After suffering back-to-back defeats in the opening two games, the visiting team had their backs against the wall. However, the determined side, led by captain Shraboni, kept their composure and bounced back in dramatic fashion, reigniting hopes of a series win.

Fatigue from travel had impacted Bangladesh’s performance in the opening match, where they failed to find their rhythm. The second match saw them fight back strongly, but the result still went in favor of the hosts. Having lost both matches, the Bangladesh players entered the third game with renewed determination and focus.

The match began with Bangladesh showing clear signs of improvement and confidence. They secured their first point through a successful review early on, setting the tone for the game. Shortly after, Shraboni executed a remarkable super raid, eliminating four Nepalese players and earning four crucial points for her team. This moment appeared to energize the entire squad.

Despite this momentum, Bangladesh trailed by five points at the end of the first half. Nepal had accumulated 15 points compared to Bangladesh’s 10. But the second half told a different story, as Bangladesh rallied as a unit and began to dominate the game. They managed to secure a crucial ‘Lona’, helping them overtake Nepal’s score. With the scoreline at 18-15 in favor of Bangladesh, the team refused to relinquish their lead for the remainder of the match.

Nepal, realizing the pressure, shifted to an aggressive strategy in an attempt to regain control. With only two minutes remaining in the match, an intense moment unfolded when Nepal’s captain forcefully tackled Shraboni, causing her injury. The Bangladesh captain had to leave the field temporarily, raising concern among fans and teammates. However, she returned after a short interval, resuming her role and helping her side maintain their advantage.

In the final minutes, the match grew even more intense, with both sides pushing hard. Nepal aimed to overturn the deficit, while Bangladesh focused on defense and maintaining their narrow lead. Despite the mounting pressure, Bangladesh managed to hold their ground and secured a morale-boosting victory, ending the game with smiles on their faces.

With this win, Bangladesh now trails 2-1 in the five-match series, keeping their chances of a series win alive. The final two matches are scheduled for April 24 and 25, where both teams are expected to bring their best to the court. The Bangladeshi side, with momentum now in their favor, will look to carry forward their confidence and clinch the series.