Pakistan Women U19 Beat Bangladesh By 13 Runs In Opening T20

KEY POINTS

Eman Naseer’s composed 30 runs and Shehr Bano’s 3 wickets guided Pakistan to victory.
Bangladesh’s chase fell short as Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Bano and sharp fielding, restricted Bangladesh to 75 all out.

COX’S BAZAR, Bangladesh: Pakistan Women U19 triumphed in a nail-biting encounter against Bangladesh Women U19, registering a 13-run win in the first T20 of their five-match series at the Cox’s Bazar Academy Ground on Wednesday. The second T20 will be played at the same venue on Friday, 5 December.

Opting to bat first, Pakistan posted a modest total of 88 all out in 19.4 overs. The innings was anchored by captain Eman Naseer, whose composed 30 runs off 41 balls stood as the foundation of the total.

Her 66-minute knock, characterized by patience and resilience on a challenging pitch, was crucial in a match where wickets fell frequently.

Areesha Ansari also contributed with a valuable 22 off 23 balls, including a four and a six, adding vital runs in the lower order.

Bangladesh’s Jarin Tasnem Labonno was the standout bowler, taking 4 wickets for 14 runs, while Habiba Islam Pinky supported her well with 2 wickets for 22 runs.

In response, Bangladesh struggled to build partnerships, losing wickets at regular intervals. Captain Aritry Nirjona Mondol top-scored for Bangladesh with 20 runs, but the chase was hindered by frequent dismissals.

Pakistan’s bowlers led by Shehr Bano, who claimed 3 wickets for 27 runs, and supporting efforts from Rozina Akram (2-5) and Memoona Khalid (2-13), proved to be decisive.

Sharp fielding also played a key role, contributing to two crucial run outs that further derailed Bangladesh’s chase.

Bangladesh were ultimately bowled out for 75 in 19.5 overs, handing Pakistan a hard-earned 13-run victory.

The win was built on disciplined bowling and tight fielding, securing a solid start to the series for Pakistan.