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The Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team and the Ireland Women’s National Cricket Team have shared a competitive rivalry in Women’s One Day Internationals (WODIs) and Women’s Twenty20 Internationals (WT20Is). Their encounters have become increasingly important in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifiers and bilateral series, where every victory plays a crucial role in qualification campaigns and team rankings. Pakistan has often relied on its disciplined spin attack and experienced middle order, while Ireland has challenged with aggressive batting and determined bowling performances. One of their most notable meetings came in the opening match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025, where Pakistan secured a valuable victory.
Match Summary
Pakistan Women posted a competitive total of 217 after useful half-centuries from Sidra Amin and Aliya Riaz. Ireland Women fought hard during the chase, with Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter scoring valuable runs, but Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Diana Baig and Nashra Sandhu, restricted Ireland to 179 all out, giving Pakistan a 38-run victory. Diana Baig was named Player of the Match for her outstanding bowling performance.
Full Match Scorecard
First Innings Scorecard (Pakistan Women)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muneeba Ali | 32 | 59 | 4 | 0 |
| Gull Feroza | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Sidra Amin | 51 | 112 | 3 | 0 |
| Aliya Riaz | 52 | 58 | 4 | 1 |
| Natalia Pervaiz | 12 | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| Fatima Sana | 19 | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| Others | 47 | — | — | — |
| Total | 217 All Out | 49 Overs |
Ireland Women Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jane Maguire | 10 | 33 | 2 |
| Cara Murray | 10 | 31 | 2 |
| Arlene Kelly | 9 | 39 | 1 |
| Orla Prendergast | 8 | 40 | 1 |
| Laura Delany | 7 | 33 | 0 |
| Leah Paul | 5 | 28 | 0 |
Second Innings Scorecard (Ireland Women)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Forbes | 9 | 29 | 0 | 0 |
| Gaby Lewis | 44 | 67 | 5 | 0 |
| Amy Hunter | 44 | 54 | 4 | 0 |
| Orla Prendergast | 37 | 53 | 3 | 0 |
| Leah Paul | 14 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| Louise Little | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Others | 21 | — | — | — |
| Total | 179 All Out | 44 Overs |
Pakistan Women Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diana Baig | 9 | 35 | 4 |
| Nashra Sandhu | 10 | 26 | 3 |
| Sadia Iqbal | 10 | 37 | 2 |
| Fatima Sana | 8 | 42 | 0 |
| Rameen Shamim | 7 | 36 | 0 |
Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Over |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 | 8.1 |
| 2 | 96 | 23.1 |
| 3 | 113 | 28.0 |
| 4 | 119 | 29.4 |
| 5 | 153 | 37.1 |
| 6 | 159 | 38.4 |
| 7 | 165 | 40.0 |
| 8 | 167 | 40.3 |
| 9 | 178 | 43.0 |
| 10 | 179 | 44.0 |
Match Result
| Detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Winner | Pakistan Women |
| Victory Margin | 38 Runs |
| Tournament | ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Player of the Match | Diana Baig |
Player of the Match
Diana Baig produced one of the finest bowling performances of the tournament by taking 4 wickets for 35 runs. Her ability to strike with the new ball and remove lower-order batters during the closing stages prevented Ireland from building momentum. Her spell played the biggest role in Pakistan defending a moderate total successfully.
Key Moments
- Sidra Amin steadied the innings with a patient half-century.
- Aliya Riaz accelerated the scoring during the middle overs.
- Pakistan crossed the 200-run mark despite regular wickets.
- Diana Baig dismissed Sarah Forbes early in the chase.
- Nashra Sandhu removed both Gaby Lewis and Laura Delany at crucial moments.
- Pakistan wrapped up the innings with six overs remaining.
Match Highlights
Pakistan recovered after an inconsistent start thanks to excellent partnerships involving Sidra Amin and Aliya Riaz. Ireland began the chase confidently through Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter, but Pakistan’s experienced bowling attack maintained pressure throughout the innings. Diana Baig’s accurate pace bowling and Nashra Sandhu’s economical left-arm spin ensured Ireland never established a match-winning partnership. Pakistan’s fielding also contributed with sharp catches and disciplined ground work.
Records Broken During the Match
| Record | Achievement |
|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score | Aliya Riaz – 52 |
| Best Bowling Figures | Diana Baig – 4/35 |
| Best Pakistan Partnership | Sidra Amin & Aliya Riaz |
| Most Wickets | Diana Baig |
| Match Award | Diana Baig |
Head-to-Head Record
| Format | Matches | Pakistan Women Wins | Ireland Women Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WODIs | Pakistan leads | Ireland trail | Few | |
| WT20Is | Closely contested | Competitive | Few |
Pakistan has enjoyed greater success in Women’s ODIs, particularly in ICC qualifying tournaments, while Ireland has remained competitive in T20 Internationals.
Recent Meetings
| Year | Tournament | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier | Pakistan Women | 38 Runs |
| 2022 | Bilateral ODI | Pakistan Women | Comfortable Win |
| 2022 | Bilateral T20I | Ireland Women | Close Win |
| 2022 | Bilateral T20I | Pakistan Women | Series Victory |
Major Records
| Record | Player/Team |
|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score | Aliya Riaz |
| Best Bowling Figures | Diana Baig (4/35) |
| Most Wickets | Diana Baig |
| Highest Team Total | Pakistan Women |
| Player of the Match | Diana Baig |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who won the Pakistan Women vs Ireland Women match?
Pakistan Women defeated Ireland Women by 38 runs in the opening match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025.
2. Who was the Player of the Match?
Diana Baig won the Player of the Match award after taking 4 wickets for 35 runs and leading Pakistan’s bowling attack.
3. Who scored the most runs in the match?
Aliya Riaz scored 52 runs, while Sidra Amin added 51, helping Pakistan reach a competitive total.
4. Which Ireland batter performed best?
Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter both scored 44 runs, keeping Ireland in the contest during the middle overs.
5. What was the turning point of the match?
The turning point came when Pakistan dismissed Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter in quick succession. After those wickets, Ireland’s middle order struggled against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack.
Conclusion
The Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team delivered a disciplined all-round performance to defeat Ireland Women by 38 runs in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025. Half-centuries from Sidra Amin and Aliya Riaz provided the batting foundation, while Diana Baig’s outstanding four-wicket haul ensured Pakistan successfully defended its total. Although Ireland showed resilience through Gaby Lewis and Amy Hunter, Pakistan’s superior bowling and fielding proved decisive, making it an ideal start to their qualification campaign.
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