Pakistan beats Sri Lanka with convincing win in Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

In Game 2 of Group A ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024held in Sharjah on Thursday (October 3), Pakistan he won comfortably Sri Lanka by 31 runs. Defending a limited total of 116, Pakistan’s bowling attack reduced Sri Lanka to 85/9 in their 20 overs, ensuring they got off to a good start to their World Cup campaign.

Fatima Sana and Nida Dar strengthened Pakistan’s innings

Pakistan’s batting was difficult at first, with the openers Uneba Ali again Gull Feroza issued cheaply. Muneeba managed 11 off 14 balls, while Feroza fell for 2 runs in the second over. Sidra Amin added quick runs but was dismissed after scoring 12 off 10 balls. As the innings progressed, Pakistan found stability in the innings Omaima Sohail again Nida Dar. Omaima scored 18 off 19, but Nida Dar scored 23 off 22 balls to keep Pakistan in the lead. However, an outstanding performance emerged Fatima Sanawho played an important recent match of 30 off 20 balls, hitting three boundaries and a six. His aggressive innings helped Pakistan reach a total of 116. Pakistan struggled to build partnerships regularly, but Sana’s last knock ensured they had something to defend.

Sugandika Kumari and Chamari Athapaththu kept Pakistan in check

The sri lanka bowling attack, led by Suganga Kumari and the captain Chamari Athapaththukept the Pakistani batsmen under constant pressure. Kumari was exceptional, picking up 3 wickets for 19 runs in her four overs. His ability to take early wickets stymied the Pakistani momentum, especially when he dismissed both Muneeba and Gull early in the innings. Athapaththu also gives a lot, takes 3 18 run wickets. He brought out Amin, Aliya Riaz again Tuba Hassanbreaking important relationships at important times. Deshika Prabodhani supported well, taking 3 wickets for 20 runs.

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Vishmi Gunaratne’s tenacity cannot save Sri Lanka

The chase 117Sri Lanka’s innings did not get off the ground as they lost early wickets, starting with captain Athapaththu, who fell for only 6 runs. Vishmi Gunaratne Sri Lanka’s leading scorer, he made 20 off 34 balls, but struggled to get support from other players. Wickets kept falling, and so did the batsmen Harshitha Samarawickrama again Hasini Perera they failed to change their beginnings. Both were dismissed for single-digit scores, leaving Sri Lanka reeling at 35 for 3. Dear Silva he offered some resistance with 22 from 25 ballsbut by then, the required run rate had increased, and Sri Lanka found themselves unable to form any meaningful partnership. A lack of purpose and the constant fall of wickets saw Sri Lanka finish at 85/9, well short of the target.

Sadia Iqbal and Fatima shine in Pakistan

Pakistan’s bowlers have done a fantastic job, with Sadia Iqbal and Fatima who leads the charge. Sadia took 3 wickets for 17 runs in his four overs, including the crucial wicket of Gunaratne, who was the only batsman to resist. He also dismissed it Dear Silva again Suganga Kumariensuring that Sri Lanka’s low rate has no chance of recovery. Fatima, after her impressive batting, was efficient with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 10 runs in her 2.5 overs. He got both the Sri Lankan captain Athapaththu out again Sachini Nisansalacontinuing to chase. Sohail also contributed with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 17 runs.

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