Pakistan secure first Women’s T20 World Cup victory with dominant 37-run win over Netherlands
- Pakistan recorded their first victory of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a 37-run win over the Netherlands.
- Gull Feroza remained unbeaten on 63, while Ayesha Zafar scored 32 to guide Pakistan to 126-6.
- Fatima Sana and Ayesha Zafar picked up three wickets each as the Netherlands were bowled out for 89.
Pakistan registered their first win of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in commanding fashion, defeating the Netherlands by 37 runs through an impressive all-round performance led by Gull Feroza’s unbeaten half-century and a clinical bowling display.
After being asked to bat first, Pakistan posted 126-6 in their allotted 20 overs. Opener Gull Feroza anchored the innings brilliantly, remaining unbeaten on 63 to hold the batting together. Ayesha Zafar provided crucial support with a well-made 32, helping Pakistan set a competitive target of 127.
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In reply, the Netherlands never managed to build a meaningful partnership as Pakistan’s bowlers maintained control from the outset. The Dutch side was eventually bowled out for 89, handing Pakistan a convincing 37-run victory and their first points of the tournament.
Captain Fatima Sana led by example with the ball, claiming three wickets to keep the Netherlands under constant pressure. Ayesha Zafar capped an outstanding all-round performance by also taking three wickets, ensuring Pakistan completed a comprehensive victory in a match they controlled with both bat and ball from start to finish.
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