Four Pakistani Stars Shine in ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025 Team of the Tournament
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named four Pakistani cricketers in its prestigious Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025 Team of the Tournament. This honour highlights the dominant presence of Pakistan’s women cricketers during the tournament and underlines their consistent performances across all departments of the game. Leading the way is team captain Fatima Sana, who has been named captain of the Team of the Tournament — a testament to her leadership and all-round brilliance.
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Fatima Sana: Leading with Skill and Spirit
Fatima Sana’s inclusion as the captain of the Team of the Tournament reflects her outstanding contribution to Pakistan’s successful campaign. As an all-rounder, she played a crucial role with both bat and ball. Her best bowling figures came against Scotland, where she claimed an impressive 4 wickets for 23 runs in a rain-hit match. This performance helped Pakistan restrict Scotland to a manageable total and eventually win the match by six wickets.
With the bat, Sana showed her calmness and maturity during a tough chase against Thailand, where she remained unbeaten on 62. Her performance in high-pressure situations underlined her growth as a leader and match-winner, earning praise from fans and analysts alike.
Muneeba Ali: The Reliable Opener
Opening batter Muneeba Ali was another standout player for Pakistan. Known for her calm presence at the top of the order, she consistently gave Pakistan strong starts. Her most memorable performance came in the match against Scotland, where she scored 71 runs at nearly a run-a-ball pace. Her innings laid the perfect foundation for Pakistan’s successful chase of 187, showcasing her ability to guide the innings and play smart cricket under pressure.
Nashra Sandhu: Consistency in the Middle Overs
Spinner Nashra Sandhu delivered one solid performance after another, ending the tournament as one of the most reliable bowlers. She claimed 10 wickets at an average of 15.60, and her tight lines and smart variations kept batters guessing. Her most impactful performance came against West Indies, where she removed some of their key players and helped shift the momentum in Pakistan’s favour. Sandhu’s knack for taking crucial middle-over wickets proved essential in Pakistan’s victories.
Sadia Iqbal: The Silent Destroyer
Sadia Iqbal complemented Nashra Sandhu perfectly in Pakistan’s spin attack. She took nine wickets during the tournament and maintained an economy rate of under four runs per over. Her disciplined bowling allowed Pakistan to control the middle phases of matches. One of her finest spells was a 3/28 performance, which played a major role in dismantling the opposition’s batting line-up. Her ability to bowl with both accuracy and subtlety made her a major asset for Pakistan.
Recognition Among Global Stars
The Team of the Tournament, selected by the ICC, also features star players from West Indies, Bangladesh, and Scotland. West Indies’ Hayley Matthews not only finished as the top wicket-taker with 13 wickets but also played a remarkable knock of 114 not out against Scotland. Scotland’s Kathryn Bryce was named Player of the Tournament for her all-round excellence, while Bangladesh’s Sharmin Akhter impressed with 266 runs, including a match-winning 94* against Thailand.
Full ICC Women’s Team of the Tournament 2025
- Hayley Matthews (West Indies)
- Muneeba Ali (Pakistan)
- Sharmin Akhter (Bangladesh)
- Kathryn Bryce (Scotland)
- Nigar Sultana (Bangladesh) (wk)
- Fatima Sana (Pakistan) (c)
- Chinelle Henry (West Indies)
- Aaliyah Alleyne (West Indies)
- Katherine Fraser (Scotland)
- Nashra Sandhu (Pakistan)
- Sadia Iqbal (Pakistan)
Conclusion
The inclusion of four Pakistani cricketers in the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier 2025 Team of the Tournament is a proud moment for the country. It reflects the rising standards of women’s cricket in Pakistan and the growing strength of the team on the global stage. With young leaders like Fatima Sana and consistent performers like Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sandhu, and Sadia Iqbal, the future of Pakistan women’s cricket looks bright and full of promise.
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