Pakistan Prepares for Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifiers
The team's training camp in Faisalabad has provided an opportunity for the players to prepare for the 50-over format, and the squad is confident of putting up a strong show in the qualifiers, with the ultimate goal of securing a spot in the 2025 Women's World Cup in India, and the PCB's efforts to support women's cricket in the country are a step in the right direction.
Pakistan has named a 15-member squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifiers, to be held in Lahore from April 9 to 19, with Sana as captain and Muneeba Ali as vice-captain, as the team aims to secure a spot in the 2025 Women's World Cup in India.
The squad includes experienced players such as Shawaal Zulfiqar, who has made a comeback after a shoulder injury, and will play six matches against teams including Scotland, West Indies, Thailand, and Bangladesh. The top two teams from the qualifiers will secure a spot in the 2025 Women's World Cup. The tournament will be held at the Gaddafi Stadium and LCCA ground in Lahore, with day and night matches starting at 9:30 am and 2 pm respectively.
The Pakistan women's cricket team is currently undergoing a training camp in Faisalabad to prepare for the qualifiers. The team management is testing various combinations and ensuring each player understands their designated role within the squad. Players are learning to execute their roles according to match situations, which will be crucial during the qualifiers. The team is focusing on fitness and skill enhancement, with two practice sessions daily.
The team is also looking to capitalize on home advantage, with Najiha Alvi highlighting the importance of playing in familiar conditions. The PCB has also announced domestic contracts for 90 players, including 18 U-19 players, 62 emerging category players, and 10 capped players, as part of its efforts to support and develop women's cricket in the country.
With the qualifiers just around the corner, the Pakistan women's cricket team is gearing up to give its best performance and secure a spot in the 2025 Women's World Cup. The team's preparations and home advantage will be crucial in determining their success in the tournament.