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LAHORE: Pakistan booked their spot in the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup with a commanding 87-run win over Thailand in Lahore on Thursday, registering their third straight victory in the ongoing Qualifier.
Skipper Fatima Sana’s decision to bat first proved spot-on as Pakistan posted a solid 205/6 in their 50 overs, courtesy of standout knocks from Sidra Amin and the captain herself.
Sidra anchored the innings with a composed 80 off 105 balls, hitting nine boundaries, while Sana played the perfect finisher’s role with an unbeaten 62 off 59, featuring six fours and a six.
The pair stitched together a crucial 97-run stand for the fifth wicket after Pakistan were reduced to 85/4, steadying the innings and setting up a defendable total.
For Thailand, Thipatcha Putthawong picked up two wickets, while Onnicha Kamchomphu and Nattaya Boochatham chipped in with one apiece.
In reply, Thailand continued their dismal run in the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier as they faltered in the chase and were bowled out by Pakistan for just 118 in 34.4 overs.
Wicketkeeper-batter Nannapat Koncharoenkai was the top scorer with 19, while only five others managed to cross double figures.
Pakistan’s spin trio dominated proceedings, with Fatima Sana, Rameen Shamim, and Nashra Sandhu all bagging three wickets each. Sadia Iqbal added one to her tally as Pakistan wrapped up an emphatic win.
The result not only confirmed the qualification of Pakistan for the ICC Women’s World Cup with a game to spare, but also propelled them to the top of the Qualifier standings.
Pakistan women’s team overtook Bangladesh, who earlier suffered a narrow three-wicket loss to the West Indies. Having already sealed qualification, Pakistan will now take on Bangladesh on Saturday in their final group fixture.
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