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Express Tribune
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pak women players eye WC glory
Pak women's cricket team have raised their game remarkably in recent months and are confident about making impact at this year's ICC World Cup. PHOTO: AFP Pakistan women's team booked a spot in the Cricket World Cup 2025 after a brilliant run in the Qualifier earlier this month. While India is the official host of the upcoming tournament, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed that the national women's team will not be traveling to the country. "Pakistan's participation in the next global competition would adhere to the Fusion Formula [the same structure decided upon before the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025]," Mohsin Naqvi said. Ahead of the World Cup 2025, Pakistan women's team player Aliya Riaz sat down with Sidra Amin and Shawaal Zulfiqar for a chat on the PCB podcast. The trio discussed their qualification for the tournament set to be hosted by India and their preparation for it. "Appearing in the World Cup is quite a challenge," Shawaal Zulfiqar said when asked about her preparation. "Big teams appear in it. We've done camps, and we'll continue doing them. So we'll grow and it will be beneficial to us. We are hopeful of doing well," she added. Sidra Amin emphasised the importance of preparation and adaptability to the conditions they would encounter in the tournament. "We'll plan it series by series. The bigger an event, greater the pressure, so we'll work on things we can control. We are practising well, we'll bring an improvement on that. We have to adapt ourselves to the kind of wickets we have," she said. The Pakistan women's team batter said that the side will plan with the idea that their games will be in Asian conditions in mind. "So we'll have to plan our shots, rotation of strike accordingly," Sidra Amir added. Sidra topped the batting charts for Pakistan in the ICC Women's CWC Qualifier 2025, scoring 225 runs from five matches at an average of 45, including three half-centuries. Nida Dar opts out of cricket amid mental health struggles Nida Dar of Pakistan during the 3rd Women's Metro Bank ODI between England and Pakistan at The Cloud County Ground on May 29, 2024 in Chelmsford, England. - AFP Former Pakistan women's cricket team captain Nida Dar has announced a temporary break from cricket to focus on her mental health. The seasoned all-rounder took to social media late Thursday to share her decision, citing the toll that recent personal and professional events have taken on her well-being. "I would like to inform that alot of things have happened in the past with me personally and professionally and this has affected my mental health. For this reason I am taking a break for a while from cricket to focus on myself. Please respect the privacy. Thank you. #respect," Dar posted. The 38-year-old has been a stalwart for Pakistan, featuring in 130 T20 Internationals and 99 One-Day Internationals. She was recently part of the training camp for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Faisalabad, having been included among the 19 shortlisted players. However, despite returning to training, Dar was not selected in the final 15-member squad after failing to meet the required fitness standards. Subsequently, she also opted out of the upcoming National T20 Cup, choosing instead to step away from competitive cricket altogether for the time being. Meanwhile, the Pakistan women's team recently secured qualification for the upcoming ICC Women's World Cup, slated to take place in India later this year. They concluded an impressive campaign at the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier in Lahore with five consecutive victories, including a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh in their final match on April 19 at the Lahore City Cricket Association (LCCA) Ground. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi praised the women's team for their successful campaign during a visit to the LCCA Ground. However, he reiterated the PCB's stance that the national women's team will not travel to India for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, aligning with the "hybrid model" that was implemented ahead of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy earlier this year. "Pakistan will not travel to India, as this formula has already been agreed upon," Naqvi said during his visit.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Pakistan women's cricketer Nida Dar withdraws from national selection due to mental health issues
Pakistan women's team veteran Nida Dar has withdrawn from national selection because of mental health issues, a first in the country's cricket. Nida, 39, a former captain of the national women's team, said in a social media post on Friday that she has taken a break from cricket. 'In the past few months, a lot has happened around me personally and professionally, which has taken a toll on my mental health. Therefore, I have decided to take a break from cricket to focus on myself. I request everyone to respect my privacy during this time,' she said. ALSO READ: Sri Lanka squad for Women's Tri-Nation Series: Chamari Athapaththu to lead; Malki Madara receives maiden call up The all-rounder, who is one of the most recognisable faces in Pakistan women's cricket, said she had informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about her situation. Nida, who has played 270 matches across ODIs and T20 internationals, was asked to make herself available for the selection of the team for the ICC Women's World Cup qualifiers held recently in Lahore. Nida made an appearance for a fitness test but later withdrew when asked to report for a training camp. She said that recent events in both her personal and professional life have significantly impacted her mental well-being. She also didn't play in the women's national T20 Cup recently. Nida last represented Pakistan in a match against New Zealand in Dubai last October. Related Topics Nida Dar
India Today
25-04-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Pakistan Women's all-rounder Nida Dar takes mental health break
Pakistan women's all-rounder Nida Dar recently took to social media to share that she would be taking a break from cricket to focus on her mental well-being. In an emotional note, she expressed that both personal and professional challenges have taken a toll on her mental health. As a result, she took the tough decision, bearing in mind her recovery and self-care. She urged fans and the media to respect his privacy during this to 'X', Dar wrote, 'I would like to inform that a lot of things have happened in the past with me personally and professionally and this has affected my mental health. For this reason I am taking a break for a while from cricket to focus on myself. Please respect the privacy. Thank you.'I would like to inform that alot of things have happened in the past with me personally and professionally and this has affected my mental health. For this reason I am taking a break for a while from cricket to focus on respect the you. #respect— Nida Dar (@CoolNidadar) April 24, 2025Dar also informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about her decision. The 38-year-old cricketer hasn't taken the field this year. Last year, Fatima Sana replaced her as the T20 skipper before the Women's T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Dar also didn't play in the Women's ODI World Cup Qualifiers where Fatima led Pakistan to wins in all five also qualified for the ODI World Cup along with Nigar Sultana Joty's fact, Dar hasn't donned the national jersey since Pakistan crashed out of the group stages in the T20 World is one of the greatest Pakistani cricketers to have ever graced the game, along with the likes of Sana Mir, Bismah Maroof and Javeria 112 ODIs, Dar has scored 1690 runs at an average of 18.98 and taken 108 wickets at an economy rate of 4.17. In 160 T20Is, Dar has racked up 2091 runs, averaging 17.87 and taking 144 Reel
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
‘I have decided to take a break from cricket. A lot has happened…': Pakistan star opts out of World Cup selection
Former Pakistan captain Nida Dar has withdrawn from national selection, citing mental health challenges. This marks a first in the country's cricket history, highlighting the growing awareness and acknowledgement of mental well-being in sports. In a social media post shared on Friday, the 39-year-old announced her decision to take a break from cricket to prioritise her mental health. "In the past few months, a lot has happened around me personally and professionally, which has taken a toll on my mental health. Therefore, I have decided to take a break from cricket to focus on myself. I request everyone to respect my privacy during this time," she stated. She also confirmed that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been informed of her situation. Nida's decision comes after she was asked to be available for selection for the ICC Women's World Cup qualifiers recently held in Lahore. While she did appear for a fitness test, she subsequently withdrew when asked to report for the training camp. It was also noted that she did not participate in the recent women's national T20 Cup. Her last appearance for Pakistan was in a match against New Zealand in Dubai last October. Nida Dar has been a cornerstone of the Pakistan women's cricket team for well over a decade. An accomplished right-arm off-spinner and a powerful middle-order batter, she has consistently contributed to the team's performances across both One Day Internationals (ODIs) and T20 Internationals. She holds the distinction of being the first Pakistani woman cricketer to take 100 wickets in T20 has represented Pakistan in 270 international matches (ODIs and T20Is combined). Her all-round abilities made her an invaluable asset, often contributing crucial runs and picking up vital wickets at key moments in matches. She has also had the honour of captaining the national women's team, demonstrating her leadership qualities and experience.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Pakistan cricketer takes mental health break, seeks privacy
Nida Dar (Photo by) Pakistan women's cricket stalwart Nida Dar has announced a break from the sport, citing mental health struggles in a heartfelt social media post on Friday. The 38-year-old former captain revealed that personal and professional challenges have taken a toll on her mental well-being, prompting her decision to step away from cricket temporarily. "I would like to inform that a lot of things have happened in the past with me personally and professionally and this has affected my mental health. For this reason I am taking a break for a while from cricket to focus on myself. Please respect the privacy. Thank you. #respect," Dar wrote. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! One of the most iconic figures in Pakistan women's cricket, Dar had reportedly confirmed her decision to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Though she appeared for a fitness test ahead of the ICC Women's World Cup qualifiers in Lahore, she later opted out of the training camp and was not part of the national women's T20 Cup either. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Dar last represented Pakistan in October 2023 against New Zealand in Dubai. Over a decorated career spanning 272 international appearances, she has taken 252 wickets and scored 3,781 runs across formats. Who's that IPL player? The PCB has yet to release an official statement on Dar's decision.
