Breaking News: Fatima Sana Takes Over as Captain of Pakistan’s Women’s T20 Cricket Team!
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has shaken things up! They’ve just announced the squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, and there’s a big change on the horizon. Fatima Sana has been named the new captain, replacing Nida Dar.
Why the Change?
The decision to switch captains seems to be a result of Nida Dar’s struggles in the T20 format. At 37, Nida led the team in 24 matches but only managed to secure victories in nine of those games. The remaining 15 matches under her captaincy were losses, which seems to have prompted the selectors to try a new direction under the youthful leadership of 22-year-old Fatima Sana.
Fatima Sana’s Record
While Fatima may be taking on a significant new role, she doesn’t have much experience as a captain in the T20 format. She has only been a captain twice in ODI matches for Pakistan, winning one and losing the other.
Selectors’ Decision
A unanimous decision was made by the PCB selection committee, composed of Asad Shafiq and Batool Fatima, to give Fatima the reins of the T20 team ahead of this prestigious tournament.
The Squad Lineup
The team selection has largely stayed consistent with those who competed in the ACC Women’s Asia Cup in Sri Lanka, with only a single change. Batter Sadaf Shamas has been added to the World Cup squad, replacing wicketkeeper Najiha Alvi, who will now be a traveling reserve.
Complete Squad for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
Here is the 15-member squad set to compete in the T20 World Cup:
- Fatima Sana (captain)
- Aliya Riaz
- Diana Baig
- Gull Feroza
- Iram Javed
- Muneeba Ali (wicket-keeper)
- Nashra Sandhu
- Nida Dar
- Omaima Sohail
- Sadaf Shamas
- Sadia Iqbal (subject to fitness)
- Sidra Amin
- Syeda Aroob Shah
- Tasmia Rubab
- Tuba Hassan
Reserves
- Traveling Reserve: Najiha Alvi (wicket-keeper)
- Non-Traveling Reserves: Rameen Shamim and Umm-e-Hani
What’s Next for the Team?
With the new captain at the helm, the team will be looking to improve their form and make a mark on the global stage. Fatima’s youth and fresh leadership style may provide the revitalizing energy the team needs to excel in the tournament.
About Fatima Sana
Fatima Sana is relatively new to the leadership role but has shown great potential. Her journey to becoming the captain of the national team is an inspiring one and brings a fresh perspective to the game. Pakistan cricket fans will be looking forward to seeing how she steers the team in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
The Path Ahead
As the team gears up for the World Cup, all eyes will be on how this new leadership impacts their performance. Will the change in captaincy bring the desired results? Will Fatima rise to the occasion and lead her team to victory?
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