5 Pakistani players to watch out for in the 2024 T20 Women’s World Cup

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the year United Arab Emirates (UAE) It will bring together the top 10 women’s cricket nations from around the world and compete for the prestigious trophy. October 3-20. With 23 matches scheduled across two iconic venues, Dubai and SharjahThe ninth edition promises high-octane action, with each team fighting for supremacy. Features of the tournament 10 teamsdivide two groupseach fighting for a place in the semi-finals. The top two teams from each group will advance and make each match of the group stage critical.

Qualified teams and contenders for the title

AustraliaEntering the tournament as the last champion, he became a huge force in the format. Now leads Alyssa Healy With Meg Lanning retiring, they will be aiming for a seventh title. South Africalast year’s finalists, while another strong contender, EnglandThe 2009 champions are hungry for a second title.

Indiaunder Harmanpreet Kaurwhile former champions, they will look to improve after their semi-final exit in 2023 West India and double finalists New Zealand last year they qualified by taking the third place in their group. The Sri Lanka and Scotland the teams completed the list of participants by ranking ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers earlier this year.

Pakistan’s journey so far in T20 Women’s World Cup 2024

Pakistan finds in Group Achallenging pool included Australia, India, New Zealandand Sri Lanka. Historically, Pakistan have struggled with consistency in this format, but they will look to rectify that and put in stronger performances in this year’s World Cup. Pakistan’s run in the Women’s T20 World Cup has seen a number of early exits over the years.

In 2009 (England), they struggled to find their rhythm and were knocked out in the first round (R1). The trend continued in the year 2010 (West Indies), 2012 (Sri Lanka) and 2014 (Bangladesh), where they faced early group stage exits (R1) in each tournament. Despite some promising moments, they failed to break through 2016 (India) and 2018 (West Indies), again fell behind in the group stages (R1). The pattern repeated 2020 (Australia) and 2023 (South Africa), Pakistan is once again out of the first round (R1). Looking ahead 2024 (England), Pakistan will aim to improve and break the early going cycle.

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Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: 5 Pakistani players to watch out for

1. Muniba Ali

Muneeba Ali is expected to be a key player in Pakistan’s election campaign. He has shown brilliance in his ability to dominate the power play, providing important starts for his team. Muneeba’s aggressive approach in the first few innings could give Pakistan an edge in setting competitive totals.

In 73 T20I matcheshe scored 1261 runs on average 19.40including 2 and a half centuries and a century. Muneeba’s ability to build a solid foundation in the power play can significantly impact the team’s performance. Previous World Cup Performance (2023): in the year T20 World Cup 2023Muneeba scored 122 runs on the 4th matches on average 30.34showing potential in high-pressure situations but needing to transform into bigger results.

2. Fatima Sana

Fatima has emerged as a leader for Pakistan, providing balance to the side with her composure under pressure and ability to perform at critical moments. He can play a key role with both bat and ball, especially in the death overs where his ability to hit big shots is valuable.

Played 43 T20I matcheshe scored 316 runs away and was taken away 31 doorswith the best bowling figure 3/18. Fatima’s ability to perform under pressure makes her an essential asset, especially in difficult situations. Previous World Cup Performance (2023): He took Fatima on his debut in the World Cup 4 the doors throughout 4 matches with an impressive economy rate while scoring valuable runs at critical moments.

3. Nida Dar

Nida Dar is one of Pakistan’s most experienced players, known for his excellent all-round skills as a spinner and low-order batter. In 156 T20I eligibilityhe scored 2,021 runs 17 on average.88 and was taken away 143 doors in the economy 5.70. Nida’s experience and tactical skill is essential to control the middle passes.

Previous World Cup Performance (2023): Nida played a key role in the 2023 release 5 doors in 4 matches and contributing valuable runs when the team needed it most.

4. Nashra Sandhu

Published by Sandhu is the leading spinner for Pakistan known for his exceptional control and ability to deceive the batsmen. In 62 T20I matchestook it 60 doors with an economics degree 5.46. Nashra’s ability to put pressure on the opposition during the middle innings will be crucial to Pakistan’s bowling strategy.

Previous World Cup Performance (2023): Published in 2023 T20 World Cup 7 doors in 4 matchesshowing his potential as a game-changing bowler in the group stages.

5. Aliya Riaz

Aliya Riaz has shown her potential but is yet to perform to her full potential on the big stage. This World Cup presents him with the perfect opportunity to step up as a match winner. His ability to clear boundaries and add crucial runs to the middle order can be a game changer for Pakistan.er.

He played 95 T20I matchesaccumulated 1112 runs on average 21.38. Although he is yet to realize his full potential, his ability to accelerate the scores in the latter stages of the innings could be key for Pakistan. Previous World Cup Performance (2023): Aliya participated in the 2023 T20 World Cup, where he scored fewer runs than expected. 37 in 4 games but will try to improve his performance in the upcoming tournament.

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