Pakistan Women wrapped up the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe Women in emphatic fashion after registering a crushing 133-run victory in the third and final game at the National Stadium in Karachi. After opting to bat first, the hosts piled up a gigantic total of 223/4 in 20 overs before bowling Zimbabwe Women out for just 90 in 17.1 overs. With victories by 153 runs, 67 runs and 133 runs respectively, Pakistan completely dominated the series from start to finish.
Pakistan batters put on a power-hitting exhibition
Pakistan Women produced one of their most explosive batting displays of the series as several batters chipped in with impactful knocks. Openers Muneeba Ali and Ayesha Zafar laid a solid platform with aggressive strokeplay in the powerplay. Muneeba scored 22 off 17 balls, while Ayesha looked in sublime touch during her 45-run knock that included nine boundaries.
After the early momentum, Saira Jabeen continued the attack with a composed half-century. She struck 50 runs off just 32 deliveries and kept the scoreboard moving with elegant placement and timing. Although Natalia Pervaiz managed only one run, Pakistan never lost control of the innings.
Iram Javed added further momentum in the middle overs with a quick 29 off 20 balls, smashing two fours and a six. However, the biggest highlight came from Sana Fatima, who completely dismantled the Zimbabwe bowling attack in the final overs. The hard-hitting batter hammered 62 runs off only 19 balls, smashing 10 fours and two sixes in a breathtaking innings that lifted Pakistan beyond the 220-run mark.
Zimbabwe’s bowlers struggled badly under pressure, with none able to contain the flow of runs. Lindokuhle Mabhero was the most successful bowler with figures of 2/36, while Michelle Mavunga picked up one wicket. The rest of the bowling unit leaked runs heavily throughout the innings.
Pakistan bowlers dominate after early resistance from Kelis Ndhlovu
Chasing a mammoth target of 224, Zimbabwe Women needed a flying start and Kelis Ndhlovu tried to provide exactly that. She played an entertaining knock of 32 runs off just 13 deliveries, smashing six boundaries and a six to briefly put Pakistan under pressure.
However, once the opening burst ended, Zimbabwe’s innings quickly fell apart. Sadia Iqbal and Nashra Sandhu tightened the screws with disciplined bowling and regular wickets. Sadia claimed three wickets for 20 runs, while Nashra picked up two crucial wickets in her four-over spell.
Rameen Shamim also impressed with excellent control, conceding just 11 runs in four overs and taking one wicket. Tuba Hassan chipped in with a wicket as well, while Sana Fatima capped off a dream match by claiming a wicket with the ball.
Zimbabwe never recovered after losing wickets in clusters. Adel Zimunu scored 18 runs, while Michelle Mavunga contributed 13, but no meaningful partnerships developed during the chase. The visitors were eventually dismissed for 90 in 17.1 overs. Sana was deservedly awarded the Player of the Match for her sensational all-round display. Her explosive unbeaten 62 off 19 balls completely shifted the momentum in Pakistan’s favour before she also contributed with the ball.
Pakistan won the 3-match ODI series 3-0 ✅
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