Earlier in the tournament, Bangladesh had defeated South Africa in straight sets, 2-0. Khokon Molla was named Player of the Match once again, playing a pivotal role in both victories.

Alpana Akhter of Bangladesh Ansar was named the best player of the championship.

Bangladesh continued their dominance in the Bangabandhu IHF Challenge Trophy Women’s Handball ( Under-17) tournament winning their second consecutive game on Sunday.

After some key players of the Under-19 squad were rendered unavailable for the International Handball Federation (IHF) Women Trophy, Zone-II due to the upcoming HSC examinations, hosts Bangladesh have shifted their focus to the U-17 team ahead of the start of the tournament in the capital on Saturday.