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Pakistan Women Triumph Over Scotland by Six Wickets in ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier
In a commanding display at the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground, Pakistan Women secured a six-wicket victory over Scotland Women in a rain-shortened ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier match.
Scotland’s Innings:
Opting to bat first in the 32-over match, Scotland posted a competitive total of 186/9. Captain Kathryn Bryce led the charge with a resilient 91 off 96 balls, including 10 fours and a six. She forged crucial partnerships with Sarah Bryce (21) and Ailsa Lister (31) to stabilize the innings after early setbacks. Pakistan’s Fatima Sana was the standout bowler, claiming 4 wickets for 23 runs in her five-over spell. Sadia Iqbal contributed with two wickets, while Nashra Sandhu and Diana Baig took one each.Cricket World+4Pakistan Today+4Hindustan Times+4
Pakistan’s Chase:
Chasing 187, Pakistan faced early pressure, losing two wickets for 36 runs by the eighth over. However, a pivotal 93-run partnership between Muneeba Ali and Aliya Riaz shifted the momentum. Muneeba Ali scored a fluent 71 off 72 balls, featuring 10 boundaries and a six. Aliya Riaz remained unbeaten on 68 from 70 deliveries, anchoring the innings to guide Pakistan to victory with eight balls to spare. Scotland’s Chloe Abel took 2 wickets for 42 runs, while Kathryn Fraser and Rachel Slater each claimed one.Pakistan Today+1Cricbuzz+1
Match Summary:
- Scotland Women: 186/9 in 32 overs (Kathryn Bryce 91; Fatima Sana 4/23)
- Pakistan Women: 187/4 in 30.4 overs (Muneeba Ali 71, Aliya Riaz 68*; Chloe Abel 2/42)
- Result: Pakistan Women won by 6 wickets.Pakistan Today
With this victory, Pakistan ascended to the top of the tournament standings, amassing four points from two matches. Scotland, meanwhile, remained in third place. Pakistan Today
India will host the ICC Women’s World Cup from September 29 to October 26, with Australia the defending champions
Source: Pakistan Today
