With the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 fast approaching, hopes are running high in the Pakistan camp as preparations intensify under the guidance of head bowling coach Junaid Khan and skipper Fatima Sana.
As reported, Junaid Khan expressed his full confidence in the team’s ability to shine on the world stage, highlighting a rigorous training regime and targeted strategies tailored for cricket’s most prestigious tournament.
Junaid Khan, overseeing preparations at the National Bank Stadium ahead of the crucial Ireland tour, revealed that the women’s squad underwent a twenty-seven-day intensive skills and development camp. “Our entire focus is on the World Cup. We’ve channelled our energies into sharpening our 50-over game and refining key competencies,” he said during an interview with 24NewsHD TV channel.
He emphasised the need for intelligent cricket in the ODI format, advocating for greater strike rotation and building innings through singles rather than an overreliance on boundaries. “Taking singles and rotating the strike is an essential factor in a 50-over match. It’s not always about hitting big; it’s about consistency and composure under pressure,” Junaid stressed.
Junaid Khan further confirmed the squad’s adaptation to Ireland’s playing conditions, shaping their preparations to maximise output not only for the upcoming tour but also in the build-up to the World Cup itself. “We prepared ourselves according to Ireland’s conditions, ensuring the bowlers, who already delivered outstanding performances in the qualifying round, remain well-equipped for the challenges ahead,” he added.
At the helm is captain Fatima Sana, whose leadership promises a blend of youthful zest and tactical maturity. Speaking candidly about her role, Fatima shared, “Captaincy is a challenge, but I am enjoying it. We have worked hard on our fitness, especially considering Karachi’s atmosphere, which will serve us well abroad.”
Her message to the squad is focused on confidence and continuous improvement. “If our team wins a tournament, the morale will definitely get a boost,” she asserted. “Good batting has produced better results for us recently, and that’s something we aim to carry forward.”
She also stressed the team’s psychological outlook, sharing, “We will try to play against India without any pressure. We are focused on our plans and know what we need to do. The goal is to put forward our very best performance on both the Ireland tour and during the World Cup itself.”
The Pakistan women’s cricket team, under Fatima Sana’s captaincy, departs soon for Ireland, where they will embark on a three-match T20I series from 7th to 11th August 2025. The tour will provide an important test and an opportunity to fine-tune combinations and strategies ahead of the World Cup campaign, albeit in a different format.
With a sharp focus on physical conditioning, robust in-game strategies, and a united team spirit, the Pakistan women’s cricket team is poised to make a powerful impression at the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. As excitement mounts among fans and pundits alike, the voices from the camp promise a team ready to exceed expectations and bring glory home.
(Quotes sourced from 24news)
