Pakistan defeated Bangladesh in U19 Women’s T20 Thriller
Pakistan defeated Bangladesh : Pakistan delivered a strong all-round performance to defeat Bangladesh by six wickets in the fourth match of the U19 Women’s T20 series, leveling the five-match contest 2-2. The game took place at the Sheikh Kamal International Cricket Stadium, where Pakistan showcased remarkable resilience after early batting setbacks.
This victory sets up an exciting series decider as both teams prepare for the final clash on Friday.
Bangladesh Set 126 After Disciplined Pakistan Bowling
Pakistan captain Eman Naseer won the toss and elected to bowl first— a decision that proved effective as her bowlers kept Bangladesh contained throughout the innings.
- Key Bangladesh Performers
- Achena Jannat top-scored with 35 off 34 balls
- Mymuna Naher added a steady unbeaten 24
- Openers Sumaiya Akther (20) and Sadiya Nusrat (12) provided quick starts
Despite a promising beginning, Bangladesh struggled to accelerate due to tight Pakistan bowling.
Pakistan Bowling Highlights
- Rozina Akram – 2 wickets
- Memoona Khalid – 2 wickets
- Shahar Bano – 1 wicket
Bangladesh finished at 126/7 in 20 overs, a competitive yet chaseable total.
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Pakistan defeated Bangladesh : Fizza Fiaz’s Match-Winning Fifty Guides Pakistan Home
Pakistan’s chase began aggressively with openers Komal Khan and Eman Naseer smashing a 33-run stand inside just three overs.
Komal’s rapid 22 off 11 balls set the tone before she was dismissed by Habiba Islam.
However, Pakistan briefly stumbled, slipping to 58/4 in 9.4 overs, following short contributions from:
- Ravail Farhan
- Zoofishan Ayyaz
- Areesha Ansari
Fizza and Eman Turn the Match Around
At this pressure point, Fizza Fiaz took control. Batting at No.6, she played a brilliant innings under pressure, scoring:
- 50 off 34 balls*
- Match-winning strokes across the ground
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She received strong support from skipper Eman Naseer, who held the innings together with a composed:
- 42 off 47 balls*
- Four boundaries
- Anchoring performance that ensured Pakistan never lost control
Their 69-run fifth-wicket partnership sealed the six-wicket victory with 13 balls to spare.
Pakistan defeated Bangladesh : Series Level at 2-2 Ahead of Final Clash
With this impressive win, Pakistan have now leveled the U19 Women’s T20 series, making the upcoming final on Friday a high-stakes decider.
Both teams have shown strong depth and emerging talent, setting up an exciting conclusion to the series.
Historical Context: Pakistan U19 Women on the Rise
Women’s youth cricket in Pakistan has grown significantly over the past few years, especially after the ICC introduced the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup. Pakistani players have gained confidence, exposure, and international experience, helping the system produce future stars such as:
- Eyman Fatima
- Areesha Noor
- Laiba Nasir
Matches like this series against Bangladesh reflect the growing competitiveness and maturity in Pakistan’s U19 setup. The team is steadily developing into a stronger international contender with improved coaching, fitness programs, and talent identification.
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