In a commanding display of skill and composure, the Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team outplayed Thailand Women by 87 runs in the 12th ODI of the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier, held at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium. With this victory, Pakistan strengthened their campaign in the qualifiers, showcasing both batting depth and bowling precision.
Pakistan Women Set a Challenging Target
After winning the toss, Pakistan opted to bat first on a slightly slow pitch. Openers Sidra Ameen and Muneeba Ali gave their side a steady start, adding 41 runs for the first wicket. While Muneeba Ali fell for 18 off 33 balls, Sidra Ameen anchored the innings beautifully with a patient and well-crafted 80 off 105 deliveries. Her knock was laced with seven boundaries and helped build the foundation for a respectable total.
The star of the innings, however, was all-rounder Fatima Sana, who played a blistering unbeaten knock of 62 runs off just 59 balls. Her innings gave the Pakistan innings late impetus as she accelerated towards the end with aggressive strokeplay. With vital cameos from Aliya Riaz (15) and Nida Dar (13), Pakistan Women posted a competitive 205/6 in 50 overs.
Thailand’s bowlers, especially Thipatcha Putthawong (2/37) and Onnicha Kamchomphu (1/39), tried to keep the scoring in check but couldn’t apply consistent pressure on Pakistan’s batters.
Thailand’s Batting Collapse
In reply, Thailand’s batting lineup crumbled under pressure as Pakistan’s bowlers exploited the conditions masterfully. The Thai batters never looked comfortable, struggling against the spin and swing attack. Their innings folded for just 118 runs in 34.4 overs.
Wicketkeeper-batter Nannapat Koncharoenkai was the top scorer for Thailand with a quickfire 19 off 17 balls, but no other batter managed to settle in. The middle and lower order offered little resistance, with only Nattaya Boochatham (16) and Suwanan Khiaoto (15) crossing double digits.
Pakistan’s bowling attack was led by left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu, who picked up 3/19 in 8 overs, choking the run flow and dismantling the Thai middle order. She was well supported by Rameen Shamim, who returned impressive figures of 3/18 in 7.4 overs. The star with both bat and ball, Fatima Sana, chipped in with 3/39 in 8 overs, wrapping up a stellar all-round performance.
Key Highlights:
- Sidra Ameen: 80 (105 balls) – Anchored the innings with calm and composure.
- Fatima Sana: 62* (59) & 3/39 – Outstanding all-round performance.
- Nashra Sandhu: 3/19 – Controlled the middle overs with sharp spin.
- Rameen Shamim: 3/18 – Cleaned up the tail with clinical accuracy.
With this emphatic win, Pakistan Women move closer to qualifying for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Their all-round dominance in this match sends a strong message to other contenders. Thailand, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly and fix their batting concerns before their next fixture.
