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–Pakistan Women completed a dominant T20I series sweep after defeating Zimbabwe Women by 133 runs in the third match in Karachi on Friday, powered by aggressive batting from Fatima Sana and Saira Jabeen
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KARACHI: Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team produced a commanding all-round performance to thrash Zimbabwe Women’s National Cricket Team by 133 runs in the third T20 International at Karachi, sealing the series in emphatic fashion.
Batting first, Pakistan Women posted a massive 223 for four in their allotted 20 overs after a late onslaught from captain Fatima Sana, who smashed an unbeaten 62 off just 19 balls. Her explosive innings included 10 fours and two sixes at a strike rate above 326.
Opener Ayesha Zafar laid the foundation with a brisk 45 off 28 deliveries, while Saira Jabeen anchored the innings with an unbeaten 50 from 32 balls. Pakistan accelerated sharply in the final overs, adding quick runs against Zimbabwe’s struggling bowling attack.
Zimbabwe bowlers failed to contain the scoring rate, with Lindokuhle Mabhero taking two wickets but conceding 36 runs in four overs. Beloved Biza and Michelle Mavunga picked up one wicket each.
Chasing a daunting 224-run target, Zimbabwe Women collapsed under disciplined Pakistani bowling and were bowled out for 90 in 17.1 overs. Kelis Ndhlovu provided early resistance with a rapid 32 off 13 balls, but regular wickets derailed the chase.
Left-arm spinner Sadia Iqbal starred with the ball, claiming three wickets for 20 runs. Nashra Sandhu took two wickets, while Rameen Shamim and Tuba Hassan also chipped in with economical spells.
Pakistan Women dominated throughout the series with strong batting displays and disciplined bowling performances. The victory also highlighted the growing depth in Pakistan’s women’s cricket setup ahead of upcoming international assignments and regional tournaments.
Women’s cricket in Pakistan has seen steady progress in recent years following increased investment by the Pakistan Cricket Board in domestic structures and international exposure. The PCB has expanded central contracts and development programmes to strengthen the national side’s competitiveness in global events.
The comprehensive win in Karachi will further boost confidence within the Pakistan Women squad as the team prepares for future ICC competitions and bilateral series.
