The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifiers, set to take place from April 9 to 19 in Lahore at Gaddafi Stadium and LCCA Ground. The squad selection was based on players’ form and fitness, assessed during training camps, warm-up matches, and practice sessions.
Fatima Sana Continues as Captain
Young all-rounder Fatima Sana has been retained as the captain for the 50-over tournament. She has previously led Pakistan in six T20Is and two ODIs. Meanwhile, batter Shawaal Zulfiqar makes her comeback to the national team after recovering from a shoulder injury sustained during the New Zealand tour in December 2023.
Pakistan Women’s Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
🟢 Squad:
Fatima Sana (Captain)
Muneeba Ali (Vice-Captain)
Aliya Riaz
Diana Baig
Gul Feroza
Najiha Alvi (Wicketkeeper)
Nashra Sandhu
Natalia Parvaiz
Omaima Sohail
Rameen Shamim
Sadia Iqbal
Shawaal Zulfiqar
Sidra Ameen
Sidra Nawaz (Wicketkeeper)
Syeda Aroob Shah
🟠 Reserves:
Ghulam Fatima
Waheeda Akhtar
Umm-e-Hani
🟢 Support Staff:
Hina Munawar (Manager)
Mohammad Wasim (Head Coach)
Junaid Khan (Assistant Coach – Bowling)
Abdul Rehman (Assistant Coach – Spin Bowling)
Abdul Saad (Assistant Coach – Fielding)
Waleed Ahmed (Analyst)
Mohammad Rafiuallah (Media Manager)
Mohammad Ramzan (Strength & Conditioning Coach)
Tehreem Sanbal Shah (Physiotherapist)
Kiran Shehzadi (Masseur)
Tournament Format & Fixtures
The ICC event will feature six teams, including:
✅ Pakistan (Hosts)
✅ Bangladesh
✅ Ireland
✅ Scotland
✅ Thailand
✅ West Indies
The tournament will follow a single round-robin format, with 15 matches hosted at Gaddafi Stadium and LCCA Ground.
The opening match of the tournament will see Pakistan facing Ireland at the Gaddafi Stadium.
What’s at Stake?
This tournament is crucial for teams aiming to secure a spot in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. With Pakistan hosting the event, the home team will be looking to dominate the qualifiers and secure their place on the global stage.
The competition promises to be intense, with top teams battling it out for qualification. Fans can expect high-energy cricket action in Lahore!
Stay tuned for match updates and exclusive coverage of the Women’s World Cup Qualifiers! 🏏🔥
