Pakistan’s women’s cricket side—nicknamed “Women in Green”—is currently competing at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.
Fatima Sana, in her first ODI World Cup as captain, leads the team, while Mohammad Wasim serves as the coach. Pakistan is ranked inside the top 10 in both the WODI and the WT20I tables (pcb.com.pk).
Recent Performance & Major Developments
- Pakistan took part in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in India/Sri Lanka but went winless, failing to secure a victory in the group stage. Rain also led to the cancellation of several matches.
- Because of this poor performance, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly decided not to renew its contract with head coach Muhammad Wasim, signalling a significant leadership restructuring.
- Ahead of the World Cup, Pakistan toured Ireland in August 2025 and lost the T20I series 2-1. They won the final match and claimed one victory, but overall struggled.
Key Players & Squad Info
- Captain: Fatima Sana. She is leading a young squad striving for consistency.
- Wicketkeeper/talent: Muneeba Ali—had a stellar individual performance on the Ireland tour, but the team overall underperformed.
- Other notable names, including Sidra Ameen, Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, and Nashra Sandhu, were part of the core squad announced for the World Cup.
Challenges & Observations
- The team has been inconsistent, especially in big games and major tournaments. The team’s inability to secure a victory in the World Cup group stage is a significant concern.
- Rain-affected matches, such as the abandoned game against England when Pakistan was in a strong position, hindered opportunities.
- The coaching and leadership aspects of the team are currently facing significant challenges: With the head coach’s contract up for renewal and restructuring underway, the next phase for Pakistan Women will likely involve changes in strategy, training, and player selection.
- The squad has young talent, but experience seems limited. For long-term progress, building depth, consistency, and mental toughness will be key.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next?
- Pakistan Women are scheduled to tour South Africa in early 2026, with both ODIs and T20Is on the calendar. The series will form part of the 2025-29 ICC Women’s Championship.
- PCB will likely emphasise domestic structures and pathways to strengthen the women’s cricket feeding system.
- The leadership change may bring fresh coaching staff, new training regimens, and renewed focus ahead of the next big tournament.
Why This Matters
- Pakistan Women’s performance isn’t just about sport — for a country with a rich cricketing history, the women’s team represents a significant cultural and social platform.
- Improving their international standing will boost their visibility, inspire young women, and help elevate Pakistan’s stature in global women’s cricket.
- With a leadership overhaul underway, this moment could be pivotal: either a rebound forward or a continued slide if changes don’t yield results.
Pakistan Women Knocked Out of World Cup 2025 After Heavy Defeat to South Africa
In a rain-affected ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Pakistan’s campaign came to an unfortunate end after suffering a crushing defeat against South Africa.
Batting first, South Africa displayed dominant form, posting a revised total of 312/9 in 40 overs, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt’s 90, Sune Luus’s 61, and an unbeaten 68 from Marizanne Kapp, who also impressed with the ball.
Despite chasing a DLS-adjusted target in just 20 overs, Pakistan’s batting lineup faltered under pressure, managing only 83/7, which handed South Africa a 150-run victory.
The loss officially ended Pakistan’s hopes of qualifying for the semi-finals, while South Africa’s comprehensive win secured their position at the top of the group standings.
Match Overview
- Date: 21 October 2025, at Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
- South Africa batted first and posted 312/9 in a 40-over innings (revised due to rain) with key contributions from Laura Wolvaardt (90), Sune Luus (61), and Marizanne Kapp (68*).
- Pakistan’s reply was reduced to 20 overs (DLS method), and they were bowled out for 83/7. South Africa won by 150 runs (DLS).
Key Highlights & Implications
- Marizanne Kapp excelled in her all-round role, utilising both the bat and the ball to propel South Africa into a dominant position.
- Pakistan’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals have effectively ended due to the heavy defeat.
- South Africa moved to the top of the tournament standings with this win, strengthening their semi-final qualification status.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Match Summary
- The match (Match 19) took place on October 18, 2025, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
- A New Zealand team won the toss and chose to bowl.
- The match was abandoned due to persistent rain after 25 overs of play (Pakistan was 92/5) and thus declared a no-result.
Impact on Tournament Table & Teams
- Both teams earned one point from this match due to the lack of results.
- Pakistan remains winless in the tournament so far, still searching for its first victory.
- New Zealand, with this shared point, is still in contention, but its path to the semi-finals remains challenging.
Conditions & Notes
- The pitch at the venue offers decent bounce early on but tends to slow down and favor spinners as the game progresses.
- The weather was the primary factor: rain interruptions forced the reduction of overs and ultimately the abandonment.
Pakistan Out of Women’s World Cup After Rain-Abandoned England Clash
Both sides share points after a downpour washes out the reduced-overs match.
Match Context & What Happened
- The Women’s World Cup match between England and Pakistan on 15 October 2025 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, was significantly affected by rain.
- The match was reduced to 31 overs per side (due to rain delay) under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method. England batted first and scored 133/9 in 31 overs.
- Pakistan’s revised target became 113 in 31 overs. They got off to a decent start: 34 for 0 in 6.4 overs (Muneeba Ali and Omaima Sohail opening) when rain returned and halted play.
- The rain persisted, and the match could not resume. The game was abandoned (no result) because the conditions required a minimum number of overs for a result, and that threshold was not met, resulting in each team earning one point.
Pakistan Eliminated / Out of Semi-Final Contention
- Pakistan was mathematically eliminated from progressing to the semi-finals because the team had accumulated just 1 point in 4 matches after three losses and one no-result.
- No reserve days exist for league stage matches in this tournament. So an abandoned match cannot be replayed or made up later.
- With that outcome, Pakistan cannot reach the top four regardless of the results in the remaining matches.
- The rain-abandoned match removed their final realistic hope of a “must-win” scenario.
Individual/Team Performances & Highlights
- Fatima Sana (Pakistan captain) had a standout bowling performance: 4 wickets for 27 runs in her six overs. Those are among her best figures in World Cups.
- Pakistan’s bowlers put England on the back foot, reducing them to 79/7 before the rain first intervened.
- Later, after a rain interruption and revision, lower-order batters Charlie Dean (33) and Emily Arlott (18) stitched a partnership of 47 runs to get England to a total of 133.
- Pakistan’s chase had just begun, with Muneeba Ali scoring 9* and Omaima Sohail scoring 19*, but they could not continue batting because of the weather.
Points Table & Impact
- Before the match, Pakistan had not won any of their first three games in the tournament.
- With the shared point from this abandoned match, their tally remained one point from four games—not sufficient to reach the semi-finals.
- England, on the other hand, maintained their position near the top of the group with 7 points (including this match), aided by their net run rate.
Squad & management (current, World Cup 2025)
- The PCB named a 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 on August 25. Fatima Sana leads the side. Uncapped youngsters (e.g., Eyman Fatima) and several debutants for the World Cup were included to balance experience and youth. Mohammad Wasim is the head coach, and the support staff includes batting and bowling coaches. (pcb.com.pk)
The latest match(es) & tournament form (most recent)
- England vs Pakistan (Women’s World Cup, Colombo) — The match on 15 October 2025 was abandoned due to persistent rain after England were bowled out for 133 (reduced match) and Pakistan were 34/0 chasing a revised target; both sides shared a point. Pakistan’s bowlers (led by Fatima Sana) produced a strong performance and came close to a historic ODI win over England before the weather intervened. Pakistan had entered the World Cup with mixed results and was still looking for its first win in the tournament at that point.
Key players & recent performances
- Fatima Sana (captain)—the leading bowler and the team’s inspirational leader in this World Cup—produced a match-defining bowling spell vs. England (multiple wickets).
- Emerging batters—the PCB’s World Cup squad contains several young batters (some making their ODI World Cup debuts and being introduced to the top levels of competition). (pcb.com.pk)
- All-round contributors—Pakistan relies on a mix of seams, swings, and spins; selectors have emphasised depth in pace bowling and wrist/spin options for subcontinental conditions.
Rankings & stats (latest official position)
- According to ICC/ESPNcricinfo ranking pages updated mid-October 2025, Pakistan sits around 8th in WODI and 8th in WT20I (positions fluctuate after World Cup matches). Visit the ICC rankings page for live updates. (ICC)
Recent trends & selection strategy
- PCB has blended youth with experience for longer-term development—including uncapped 20-year-olds in the World Cup squad. The board aims to build depth ahead of future global events (T20 World Cups and multi-format schedules).
Injuries/availability (what’s public)
- No major, widely reported long-term injuries to key players were announced just before the England match; as with any tournament, availability is being monitored, and the PCB provides updates as needed. (For the very latest fitness news, check the PCB press releases/team updates.) (pcb.com.pk)
Domestic structure & pipeline
- Recent seasons have underscored the importance of Pakistan’s women’s domestic competitions and PCB development camps in nurturing talent for international selection. The inclusion of young players in the World Cup squad reflects the investment made in developing the domestic pathway.
Off-field/governance & support
- PCB has publicly announced the World Cup squad and supported Fatima Sana’s captaincy. Central contracts and match fees for women remain a PCB priority in media briefings, although PCB statements handle specific financials. (pcb.com.pk)
Upcoming fixtures & outlook
- Pakistan will continue its ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup group programme in the coming days (with fixes as per the tournament schedule). The PCB and players have expressed optimism about taking momentum from strong bowling displays. (Chase Your Sport)
How to keep following (official sources)
- Best live/official updates: PCB press releases, ICC official site, ESPNcricinfo, and major sports outlets (NDTV, Times of India, and Guardian for match reports). The PCB World Cup squad announcement and match reports are primary sources for squad and selection news. (pcb.com.pk)
Quick summary — the headline points
- Pakistan are competing at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 with Fatima Sana as captain. (pcb.com.pk)
- The match against England on 15 October 2025 was abandoned due to rain, despite Pakistan being in a strong position to chase the target; their bowling attack, which was led by Fatima Sana, had impressed.