Bangladesh made history at the Women’s T20 World Cup on Saturday, defeating Pakistan by 23 runs in Southampton to secure two victories in a single edition of the tournament for the first time.

After winning the toss and electing to bat, Bangladesh posted 123 for 5 before restricting Pakistan to 100 for 8 from their 20 overs.

The win moves Bangladesh to third place in Group A with four points from three matches, keeping their semifinal hopes alive ahead of upcoming group games against India and South Africa.

Pakistan started their chase of 124 strongly, reaching 39 without loss. Left-arm spinner Nahida Akter broke the opening partnership by dismissing Gul Feroza, who made 23 off 18 balls, before removing Muniba Ali for 25.

Sanjida Akter then triggered a middle-order collapse, claiming two wickets in a single over and finishing with three wickets as Pakistan collapsed from a position of control. Aside from the top three batters, only Fatima Sana reached double figures with 10 runs. Marufa Akter bowled the final over to seal the victory.

Earlier, Bangladesh suffered a top-order collapse, falling to 13 for 3. Captain Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary rebuilt the innings with a 35-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

Mostary contributed 22 off 19 balls, while Sultana anchored the middle overs with 36 runs from 38 balls.

Following the dismissals of Sultana and Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter provided late acceleration to push the total past 120. Shorna hit an unbeaten 39 off 22 balls to guide Bangladesh to their final score of 123.

Bangladesh previously defeated the Netherlands in their tournament opener before losing their second match against Australia.