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May 16, 2026
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Pakistan Women Crush Zimbabwe Women by 133 Runs as Fatima Sana Finishes the Series in Style
Pakistan Women ended the T20I series against Zimbabwe Women in the most emphatic way possible, registering a massive 133-run victory in the third and final match at the National Stadium in Karachi.
It was one of those games where almost everything went right for Pakistan.
They batted first, piled up a huge total of 223/4 in 20 overs, and then bowled Zimbabwe out for just 90 in 17.1 overs. The result not only sealed a dominant win but also underlined the huge gap between the two sides throughout the series.
Captain Fatima Sana was the star of the night. She smashed an unbeaten 62 off only 19 balls and later chipped in with the ball to cap off a memorable all-round performance.
Pakistan Women Post a Mammoth 223/4
After winning the toss, Pakistan Women chose to bat, and that decision paid off brilliantly.
The innings was built on two superb knocks.
Ayesha Zafar once again showed why she was the standout batter of the series. She played with calmness and authority, finding gaps consistently and keeping the scoreboard moving. Her contribution laid the perfect foundation for what was to come later in the innings.
Then came the fireworks.
Fatima Sana walked in and completely changed the pace of the match. From the first few deliveries, she looked determined to attack. Zimbabwe’s bowlers had no answer as she cleared the boundary with ease and punished anything remotely loose.
Her unbeaten 62 from just 19 deliveries included a flurry of boundaries in the final overs. It was one of the most destructive innings seen in women’s T20 cricket in recent times.
Saira Jabeen also made an important contribution, scoring a composed fifty and ensuring Pakistan never lost momentum.
By the end of the innings, Pakistan Women had reached 223/4, their highest score of the series and far beyond Zimbabwe’s comfort zone.
Zimbabwe Start Aggressively but Collapse Quickly
Chasing 224 was always going to be difficult, but Zimbabwe Women showed early intent.
Kelis Ndhlovu came out attacking and gave her team a brief moment of hope. She smashed 32 off just 13 balls, hitting six fours and a six. For a couple of overs, Pakistan were under some pressure.
But once Sadia Iqbal dismissed her, the innings lost all direction.
That wicket changed everything.
Zimbabwe went from 28/1 to 36/3 in no time, and from there the chase never recovered. The middle order struggled to rotate strike, and wickets kept falling at regular intervals.
Adel Zimunu tried to hold one end with 18 runs, but she received very little support.
The rest of the batting lineup found it difficult to deal with Pakistan’s disciplined bowling and sharp fielding.
Sadia Iqbal Sets the Tone with Three Early Wickets
Sadia Iqbal made the crucial breakthrough and ensured Zimbabwe never settled.
Her figures of 3 wickets in the powerplay completely shifted the momentum. She removed Natasha Mtomba, the dangerous Kelis Ndhlovu, and Beloved Biza to break the back of the chase.
After that, Pakistan’s spinners tightened the screws.
Nashra Sandhu bowled with great control and picked up two wickets, while Tuba Hassan and Fatima Sana added to the collapse.
The pressure built with every over, and Zimbabwe eventually folded for just 90.
Fatima Sana’s All-Round Masterclass
This match belonged to Fatima Sana.
First, she hammered 62 not out off 19 balls, turning a strong total into an almost impossible target.
Then she returned with the ball and took a wicket, while also being involved in the field.
Her leadership was equally impressive. Pakistan looked confident, aggressive, and completely in control under her captaincy.
It was a performance that fully justified her selection as Player of the Match.
Ayesha Zafar Named Player of the Series
While Fatima Sana stole the spotlight in the final game, Ayesha Zafar was the most consistent batter across the series.
She provided solid starts in multiple matches and played a key role in Pakistan’s dominance.
Her calm approach and ability to anchor the innings earned her the Player of the Series award.
What This Win Means for Pakistan Women
This was the kind of complete performance every team wants.
The batters scored heavily.
The bowlers responded with discipline.
The fielders backed them up with energy and intensity.
For Pakistan Women, this series was a strong statement. It showed their growing confidence and the depth in both batting and bowling.
Zimbabwe Women had a few bright moments, but they were outplayed in every department.
Final Scorecard
Pakistan Women: 223/4 in 20 overs
Zimbabwe Women: 90 all out in 17.1 overs
Pakistan Women won by 133 runs.
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