Pakistan has announced its 15-member squad under the leadership of Fatima Sana for the upcoming Women’s One-Day World Cup, which will be held in India and Sri Lanka. Young batter Iman Fatima, just 20 years old, has earned her first call-up to the national side. The same squad will also play three ODI matches at home against South Africa starting from September 16.

Fatima Sana to Lead for the First Time

This tournament marks the first time Fatima Sana will captain Pakistan in the Women’s One-Day World Cup. The squad announcement was made on Monday, with a mix of experienced players and emerging talents ready to represent the country on the global stage.

Key Squad Selections

The selected squad includes Fatima Sana (captain), Muniba Ali Siddiqui, Alia Riaz, Diana Baig, Iman Fatima, Nashra Sindhu, Natalia Pervez, Umaima Sohail, Ramin Shamim, Sadaf Shams, Sadia Iqbal, Shawal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz, and Syeda Orub Shah.

Notably, Gul Feroza and Najiha Alvi have been dropped from the squad. Meanwhile, Tuba Hassan, Umme Hani, Waheeda Akhtar, Gul Feroza, and Najiha Alvi have been placed in the non-traveling reserves.

South Africa Series Ahead of the World Cup

Before heading to the World Cup, Pakistan will host South Africa for a three-match ODI series. The South African women’s team is scheduled to arrive in Lahore on September 12, with the first match to be played on September 16.

Tournament Schedule

The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup is set to take place in India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2. This major tournament will provide a platform for young players like Iman Fatima to shine while also testing the leadership of Fatima Sana in her debut World Cup as captain.

With a balance of experience and fresh talent, Pakistan’s women’s cricket team enters the World Cup with renewed energy and determination. All eyes will be on the squad to see how they perform under Fatima Sana’s leadership in one of the biggest stages of women’s cricket.