5 Pakistani players to watch for the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup

I ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 of United Arab Emirates (UAE) will bring together the top 10 women’s cricket nations from around the world, competing for the prestigious trophy from October 3 to 20. With 23 matches scheduled across two major venues, Dubai again SharjahThe ninth edition promises high-octane action, with each team fighting for supremacy. Features of the tournament 10 teamssplit in half two groupseach fighting for a place in the semi-finals. The top two teams from each group will advance, making all group stage games critical.

Qualifying teams and title contenders

Australiawho entered this tournament as the defending champions, were very strong in the way. Now led by Alyssa Healy after the retirement of Meg Lanning, they will be aiming for a seventh title. South Africawho won last year, are another strong competitor, while In Englandthe 2009 champions, are hungry for a second title.

Indiabelow Harmanpreet Kaurwill be looking to improve after their semi-final exit in 2023, while the former champions The West Indies and two-time winners New Zealand they are also in trouble, they succeeded by finishing third in their teams last year. I Sri Lanka again In Scotland teams complete the list of participants by qualifying ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier earlier this year.

Pakistan’s journey so far in the Women’s World Cup T20 2024

Pakistan they find themselves in the middle Group Aa challenging lake that includes Australia, India, New Zealandagain Sri Lanka. Historically, Pakistan have struggled with consistency in this manner, but they will look to rectify that and perform at their best in this year’s World Cup. Pakistan’s performance in the Women’s T20 World Cup has seen a series of early exits over the years.

In 2009 (England), were knocked out in the first round (R1), struggling to find their rhythm. The practice continued in the middle 2010 (West Indies), 2012 (Sri Lanka), and 2014 (Bangladesh), where they faced elimination from the group stage (R1) of each tournament. Despite some promising moments, they couldn’t get in 2016 (India) and 2018 (West Indies), failed again in the group stage (R1). The pattern is repeated in half 2020 (Australia) and 2023 (South Africa), with Pakistan coming out of the first round (R1) again. I’m looking forward 2024 (England), Pakistan will aim to improve and break their cycle of early departures.

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Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: 5 Pakistani players to watch out for

1. Muneeba Ali

Muneeba Ali is expected to be a key player in Pakistan’s campaign. He showed brilliance in his ability to dominate the powerplay, giving his team a vital start. Muneeba’s aggressive approach in the first few overs may give Pakistan an edge in setting a competitive total.

In 73 T20I samehe has scored a goal 1261 runs on average 19.40including 2 half-century and century. Muneeba’s ability to lay a solid foundation on the powerplay can have a huge impact on the team’s performance. Past World Cup Performance (2023): Of T20 World Cup 2023Muneeba’s goal 122 runs of 4 the same on average 30.34showing his ability in high pressure situations but needing to convert starts into big points.

2. Fatima Sana

Fatima has emerged as a leader for Pakistan, providing balance to the side with her composure under pressure and ability to perform in critical moments. He can be crucial with both bat and ball, especially in the death overs, where his ability to hit big shots and bowlers is crucial.

Having played it 43 T20I matcheshe has scored a goal 316 he runs and taken 31 wicketswhich has a very good bowling picture 3/18. Fatima’s ability to work under pressure makes her a valuable asset, especially in tight situations. Past World Cup Performance (2023): In her first World Cup match, Fatima took over 4 wickets on the other side 4 the same with an impressive economy rate, and scoring crucial runs at critical times.

3. Nida Dar

Nida Dar he is one of Pakistan’s most experienced players, known for his excellent skills as a spinner and lower-order batsman. In 156 T20I samehe has scored a goal 2,021 runs on average 17.88 and taken 143 wickets in the economy of 5.70. Nida’s knowledge and tactical skills are essential in managing the middle overs.

Past World Cup Performance (2023): Nida was important in the 2023 plan, it takes 5 wickets in the middle 4 the same and scoring crucial runs when the team needed it most.

4. Nashra Sandhu

Nashra Sandhu he is Pakistan’s leading spinner, known for his exceptional control and ability to deceive the batsmen. In 62 T20I samehe has taken 60 wickets on the economic value of 5.46. Nashra’s ability to maintain pressure on the fielding team during the middle overs will be crucial to Pakistan’s bowling strategy.

Past World Cup Performance (2023): In the 2023 T20 World Cup, Nashra took over 7 wickets in the middle 4 the sameshowing his potential as a game-changing bowler in the group stages.

5. Aliya Riaz

Aliya Riaz has shown glimpses of her potential but is yet to fully reach the big stage. This World Cup gives him a great opportunity to step up as a match winner. His ability to clear boundaries and add valuable runs in the middle can be a game changer for Pakistan.er

You played 95 T20I matchesthey accumulate 1,112 runs on average 21.38. Although he hasn’t fully realized his potential, his ability to quickly score runs in the latter stages of the innings could be crucial for Pakistan. Past World Cup Performance (2023): Aliya participated in the 2023 T20 World Cup, where he contributed less runs than expected in total 37 in the middle 4 games but he will be looking to improve his performance in the upcoming tournament.

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