Historic Achievement: Pakistani Women Make History by Clinching the New Zealand T20I.
Fatima Sana showcased exceptional bowling prowess, propelling Pakistan to a remarkable series victory, while Alia Riaz was named the player of the match.
- Pakistan's women's cricket team achieves a historic milestone with their first-ever series triumph against the White Ferns.
- Prior to this victory, New Zealand's women's team maintained an unblemished record of 8 wins against Pakistan.
- Aalia Riaz played a pivotal role in the success, contributing 32 runs off 22 balls, including a boundary shot that added to the team's success.
In Dunedin on Tuesday, the Pakistan women's cricket team scripted a historic moment by clinching their inaugural series victory against the White Ferns, marking a significant departure from their previous T20I record of 8 losses to New Zealand women before December 2023.
The momentum shifted dramatically in favor of the Pakistani girls with two consecutive wins, the first a 7-wicket triumph and the second a 10-run victory in the same venue. This secured a commanding 2-0 lead in the series.
In the second match, New Zealand set a target of 138, but the Pakistani bowlers limited them to 127/7. Aalia Riaz played a crucial role, scoring 32 off 22, including a boundary and three fours, while opener Muneeba Ali contributed 35.
Despite a resilient comeback attempt by New Zealand, reaching 89/6, disciplined bowling by the Pakistani team, particularly Fatima Sana's impressive last-over defense of 17 runs, secured the historic win. Sana claimed 3 wickets, supported by Sadia Iqbal who sent 2 players back to the pavilion. The series victory marked a breakthrough moment for Pakistan's women's cricket team against the formidable White Ferns.
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