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In the exciting encounter of the ICC Championship Match between Pakistan Women and West Indies Women, held at the National Stadium, the crowd witnessed an intense battle of skill and determination. The visitors eventually clinched a thrilling win by 2 wickets and sealed the 3-match series with one game left to be played on Tuesday.
Almost pulled off a brilliant comeback!
Pakistan narrowly lose the second ODI on the very last ball of the match 🏏#PAKWvWIW | #BackOurGirls pic.twitter.com/LPzs53E8vx
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) April 21, 2024
Bismah Maroof, Sidra Ameen powers Pakistan to a decent total
Winning the toss, Pakistan Women elected to bat first. They set a competitive total of 223 runs for the loss of 10 wickets in 48.5 overs. Opener Sidra Ameen played a solid inning of 50 runs off 70 balls, but the standout knock came from veteran Bismah Maroof. She played a resilient knock of 65 runs off 105 deliveries.
However, the Pakistani middle order struggled to capitalize on the good start. Nida Dar contributed a valuable 15 runs, while Najiha Alvi‘s brisk 25 provided some momentum towards the end. Chinelle Henry and Karishma Ramharack starred with the ball for West Indies, claiming 3 wickets each.
Highest successful ODI chase for West Indies women:
231 v SA at Cuttack, 2013
226 v PAK at Karachi, 2021
224 v PAK at Karachi, today 👈
207 v SA at Pretoria, 2005
206 v PAK at Coolidge, 2021
204 v IRE at Gros Islet, 2023#PAKvWI #IWChttps://t.co/P4zOJEM0m8 https://t.co/s2f0bacPUS— hypocaust (@_hypocaust) April 21, 2024
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Stafanie Taylor takes West Indies home
In response, West Indies Women chased down the target with 2 wickets in hand, reaching 225 runs in 50 overs. Stafanie Taylor led the charge with a magnificent innings of 73 runs off 90 balls, ably supported by Shemaine Campbelle‘s steady 52.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, the West Indies lower order held their nerve to secure a thrilling victory. Dar was the pick of the bowlers for Pakistan, scalping 4 crucial wickets. Ultimately, it was a nail-biting contest that showcased the competitive spirit of both teams. West Indies Women emerged victorious by 2 wickets, with Stafanie rightfully earning the Player of the Match award.
Stafanie Taylor anchored the batting innings and comes up with the Player of the Match award.🏆#PAKWvWIW #MaroonWarriors pic.twitter.com/03KiADG5o6
— Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) April 21, 2024
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.