The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe Women. The series will be played in Karachi and forms part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2025–29.
The announcement highlights Pakistan’s preparations for an important international home series. Additionally, it strengthens the team’s focus on maintaining competitive momentum in the championship standings.
Series Schedule and Venues Confirmed
All three ODIs will take place at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. The matches are scheduled for May 4, May 6, and May 9.
Each game will begin at 3:30 pm local time. Meanwhile, the series will be followed by a three-match T20I series at the same venue.
The T20I matches are scheduled for May 12, May 14, and May 15. These games will start at 7:30 pm, offering evening fixtures for fans.
Zimbabwe Women Tour Pakistan for First Time
Zimbabwe Women will tour Pakistan for the first time in their cricket history. The visiting team is expected to arrive in Karachi on April 29.
Both squads will begin training sessions at the National Bank Stadium from April 30 to May 3. Consequently, this provides limited but structured preparation time ahead of the series.
The tour marks an important step in expanding women’s cricket ties between both nations. It also adds international depth to Pakistan’s home cricket calendar.
Fatima Sana Continues Leadership Role
All-rounder Fatima Sana will continue to lead Pakistan in the ODI format. Her leadership role reflects the team management’s confidence in her performance and consistency.
Pakistan currently sits fifth in the ICC Women’s Championship standings with two points. The team gained these points after their recent away series against South Africa earlier this year.
Therefore, the upcoming series holds significance for improving their position in the rankings.
Pakistan Women ODI Squad List
The selected 15-member squad includes a mix of experienced and emerging players. The full squad is as follows:
Fatima Sana (captain), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Momina Riasat, Muneeba Ali (wk), Najiha Alvi (wk), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, and Tasmia Rubab.
Reserves Named for Backup Strength
The PCB has also named five reserve players to ensure squad depth. These include Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Saira Jabeen, Tuba Hassan, and Ambar Kainat.
Reserves will provide backup support in case of injuries or tactical changes during the series.
Focus on Development and Competition
The series offers Pakistan Women an opportunity to build momentum in the ICC Women’s Championship. Moreover, it allows younger players to gain international exposure at home conditions.
Zimbabwe’s maiden tour also adds competitive value to the fixtures. As a result, both teams are expected to benefit from the series in terms of experience and performance growth.
