Bangladeshi swimmers Mst Eny Akter and rising talent Samiul Islam Rafi are set to represent their nation at the 22nd World Aquatics Championships, currently underway in Singapore. The prestigious event, which commenced on 11 July, will run until 3 August 2025, drawing elite swimmers from across the globe.
Departure and Participation Details
| Athlete | Departure Point | Role | Accompanied By |
| Mst Eny Akter | Dhaka | Female Swimmer | Coach Md Niaz Ali |
| Samiul Islam Rafi | Bangkok | Male Swimmer | Travelling Individually |
According to Mahbubur Rahman Shaheen, General Secretary of the Bangladesh Swimming Federation, Eny Akter and her coach Md Niaz Ali departed from Dhaka on the morning of 24 July, while Rafi is scheduled to join the team from Bangkok.
Championship Overview
The World Aquatics Championships is one of the most competitive and globally significant events in aquatic sports. This year’s edition is historic, as Singapore becomes the first Southeast Asian nation to host the Championships.
- Duration: 11 July – 3 August 2025
- Location: Singapore
- Participating Athletes: Over 2,500
- Represented Nations: 205 countries
Bangladesh’s Participation Timeline
| Date | Activity |
| 24 July | Eny Akter departs from Dhaka |
| 24 July | Rafi expected to join from Bangkok |
| 11 July | Championship begins in Singapore |
| 3 August | Championship concludes |
| 4 August | Bangladeshi team to return home |
This participation marks an important step in Bangladesh’s growing presence in international aquatic sports, with hopes pinned on both swimmers to perform with distinction on the global stage
