Pakistan’s left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu delivered a record-breaking performance in the third ODI against South Africa at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, etching her name in the history of women’s cricket.
Six-Wicket Haul in Lahore
Sandhu was at her very best, taking six wickets for just 26 runs, a spell that ripped through South Africa’s batting lineup. Her outstanding bowling not only earned her the Player of the Match award but also placed her among Pakistan’s finest ODI bowlers of all time.
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Fastest Pakistani Woman to 100 ODI Wickets
The six-wicket haul was extra special as it helped Nashra reach a major career milestone: 100 ODI wickets. She achieved the landmark in just 75 matches, becoming the fastest Pakistani woman to reach the feat.
Sandhu also became only the third Pakistani woman to claim 100 wickets in ODIs, joining legends Sana Mir and Nida Dar in an exclusive club.
Second-Best Figures in Pakistan Women’s ODI History
Her spell of 6/26 is now the second-best bowling performance ever recorded by a Pakistani woman in ODI cricket. The record still belongs to Sajida Shah, who took 7 wickets for just 4 runs against Japan back in 2003.
A Landmark Moment for Pakistan Women’s Cricket
Nashra Sandhu’s consistency and match-winning ability have made her one of Pakistan’s most dependable bowlers. Her latest achievement not only highlights her individual brilliance but also signals the growing strength of Pakistan women’s cricket on the international stage.
With her 100 wickets and record-breaking spell, Sandhu has set a new benchmark for the next generation of Pakistani cricketers.
