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Gulf Today
18-04-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Sana stars as Pakistan qualify for ICC Women's World Cup 2025
Fatima Sana's heroic all-round performance and another spirited bowling display helped Pakistan Women book their place in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 after securing a comprehensive 67-run victory over Thailand at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Thursday. Skipper Fatima Sana emerged as the match-winner yet again — first with the bat when she rescued Pakistan with an unbeaten 62, and then with the ball, where she led the bowling unit with a three-wicket haul. The win sealed Pakistan's spot in the mega event to be held later this year in India, making them the first team to qualify from the six-nation qualifier that also featured Bangladesh, West Indies, Ireland, Scotland and Thailand. Batting first after winning the toss, Pakistan struggled for momentum early in their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. The innings was reeling at 85 for 4 in the 32nd over when Fatima joined the experienced Sidra Amin at the crease. Together, the duo stitched a crucial 97-run partnership that not only stabilised the innings but also laid the platform for a competitive total. Pakistani players celebrate after their victory over Thailand in a Women's World Cup qualifying match. Courtesy: ICC Sidra, who has been a consistent performer throughout the qualifiers, once again rose to the occasion with a composed knock of 80 runs off 105 balls. She hit eight boundaries and anchored the innings when the rest of the top order faltered under pressure. Fatima, on the other hand, capitalised on multiple dropped chances by Thailand's fielders to smash an unbeaten 62 off just 59 balls, with five fours and a six. Her late charge powered Pakistan past the 200-run mark, finishing at 205 for 6 — a total that looked below par on paper but proved more than enough on the day. Thailand's bowlers, especially medium pacer Phannita Maya and off-spinner Onnicha Kamchomphu, were disciplined in the power-play and made early inroads. Pakistan's young opener Shawaal Zulfiqar, playing her first match of the tournament, fell cheaply trying to break free from a tight spell by Phannita. Muneeba Ali also departed tamely, miscuing a sweep off Kamchomphu. Aliya Riaz's unfortunate run-out — for the second match in a row — added to Pakistan's top-order woes, but Sidra and Fatima's partnership revived the innings. Chasing 206, Thailand looked to be building a steady platform, reaching 44 for 1 at one stage. But the introduction of Fatima Sana into the attack tilted the game firmly in Pakistan's favour. Agencies
Express Tribune
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pakistan seal ICC Women's World Cup spot after beating Thailand in qualifier
Pakistan Women produced a dominant all-round display to secure an 87-run win over Thailand Women in the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier on Thursday, confirming their place in the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup to be held in India later this year. Opting to bat first at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan posted a competitive 205 for 6 in 50 overs, anchored by a composed 80-run knock from opener Sidra Amin, who struck nine boundaries in her 105-ball stay. Pakistan's top order wobbled early, slipping to 85 for 4, with Shawaal Zulfiqar (6), Muneeba Ali (18), Aliya Riaz (7), and Sidra Nawaz (11) falling cheaply. However, a match-turning 97-run stand off 95 balls between Sidra and skipper Fatima Sana revived the innings. Captain Fatima Sana remained unbeaten on 62 off 59 balls, hitting six fours and a six, accelerating the scoring rate in the final overs and guiding Pakistan past the 200-mark. Thailand's bowlers kept things tight for much of the innings, with Thipatcha Putthawong returning figures of 2 for 26, while Maya and Kamchomphu chipped in with a wicket apiece. In response, Thailand were bowled out for 118 in 34.4 overs, unable to handle Pakistan's disciplined bowling attack. Fatima Sana starred again with the ball, claiming 3 for 33 in 8 overs. Nashra Sandhu and Rameen Shamim were equally effective, taking three wickets each to dismantle Thailand's batting lineup. No Thai batter managed to reach 20, with Nannapat Koncharoenkai top-scoring with 19. Only three others reached double digits as regular wickets disrupted any hopes of a chase. This win marked Pakistan's fourth consecutive victory in the qualifiers, securing their spot in the 2025 Women's World Cup and reaffirming their form heading into the mega event.
Express Tribune
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pakistan beat West Indies by 65 runs in ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier
Listen to article Pakistan Women delivered a clinical performance to defeat West Indies by 65 runs in a low-scoring encounter at the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier at Gaddafi Stadium on Monday, marking their third consecutive victory in the tournament. Batting first, Pakistan set a modest target of 192, anchored by a steady 54-run innings from Sidra Amin. Opening batter Muneeba Ali contributed 33 from 60 deliveries, while Sidra Nawaz and Aliya Riaz added 23 and 20 runs respectively. West Indies' bowlers kept the scoring in check, with Hayley Matthews, Karishma Ramharack, and Afy Fletcher each claiming a wicket. Ashmini Munisar and Aaliyah Alleyne also chipped in with one wicket apiece. Despite a disciplined bowling effort, the West Indies batting line-up crumbled under pressure. They were bowled out for just 126 runs, with only Aaliyah Alleyne (22) and Shabika Gajnabi (21) reaching double figures. Pakistan captain Nida Dar played a vital role with the ball, taking three wickets to lead the attack. She was supported by Rameen Shamim and Nashra Sandhu, who claimed two wickets each. Sadia Iqbal picked up one. Sidra Amin was named Player of the Match for her composed half-century, which laid the foundation for Pakistan's defendable total. 'This win boosts our momentum and brings us closer to qualifying for the main tournament,' said Amin following the match. With earlier wins over Ireland and Scotland, Pakistan significantly improving their chances of securing a place in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.
