DHAKA, Oct 31, 2024 (BSS) - The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided to award Taka 20 lakh to the Bangladesh Women’s Football team in recognition of their outstanding achievement in defending the title at the 2024 SAFF Championship.

The Bangladesh Women’s team beat Nepal by 2-1 in a thrilling final in Kathmandu on Wednesday.

BCB President Faruque Ahmed has congratulated the players and the entire team management.

“We are immensely proud of our women’s football team for their remarkable performance in the SAFF Championship. The BCB joins the celebration of the sports fraternity of the country,” Faruque was quoted in a BCB press release.

“Their victory serves as inspiration and hope for all sportsmen and women in Bangladesh. We also extend our congratulations to the Women’s Football Committee of the Bangladesh Football Federation,” he added.

 Faruque mentioned that BCB is committed to uplifting women’s participation in sports. This historic victory will boost interest and support across the nation.”