Rupna Chakma. Photo: Collected

DHAKA, March 3, 2026 (BSS)- Bangladesh coach Peter Butler has included Mile Akter in replace of long-serving goalkeeper Rupna Chakma in the starting eleven for their opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup against defending champions China in Sydney on Tuesday.

Captain Afeida Khandaker will lead the backline. She is accompanied by Shamsunnahar, Kohati Kisku, Nabiran Khatun and Sheuli Azim.
 
In midfield, Maria Manda, Monika Chakma and Umhela Marma retain their places while Ritu Porna Chakma and Shamsunnahar Jr will lead the upfront.

Bangladesh starting XI: Mile Akter, Afeida Khandaker, Nabiran Khatun, Kohati Kisku, Shamsunnahar Sr, Sheuli Azim, Monika Chakma, Maria Manda, Umhela Marma, Ritu Porna Chakma and Shamsunnahar Jr.