Shorna Akter Sets Fastest Fifty In World Cup

Bangladesh’s Shorna Akter smashed a 34-ball fifty against South Africa in the 2025 Women’s World Cup, breaking Nigar Sultana’s national records and Alyssa Healy’s tournament record. Akter also hit most sixes by a Bangladesh batter in WODIs. Her knock led Bangladesh to 232/6, seeking their first World Cup win beyond Pakistan.