Salma Khatun

Awards & Honours

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Salma Khatun's career is defined by quiet, persistent excellence. She led Bangladesh through its cricketing infancy, and the team's growth under her watch is her greatest achievement. Her 12-year captaincy is a record of endurance and trust. The 2018 Asia Cup victory was a breakthrough for the nation, and her move into selection broke a different kind of barrier. She has been a mentor to a generation of players, and her influence will be felt for years.

AwardsSalma Khatun's most significant team achievement was captaining Bangladesh to the 2018 Women's Asia Cup title. She also earned over 100 international caps, a milestone in itself. While individual awards are not well documented, her 12-year captaincy and landmark selector appointment are honors in their own right.

Honours & Distinctions

First female selector in Bangladesh cricket

Bangladesh Cricket Board·2025

Appointed as women's team selector, breaking gender barriers in cricket administration.

Records & Feats

First female selector in Bangladesh cricket history

Historic First·2025

Appointed by the BCB in September 2025, becoming the first woman to serve on a selection panel in Bangladesh cricket.

12-year captaincy of a national team

Career Milestone·2008-2020

Served as captain of Bangladesh women's team from 2008 to 2020, one of the longest tenures in international cricket.