Karachi, May 6, 2026: Pakistan produced a dominant all-round performance to register a commanding 206-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second ODI at the National Bank Stadium on Wednesday, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Chasing a daunting target of 344, Zimbabwe were bundled out for 137 in 39 overs despite brief resistance from the middle order. Zimbabwe Women Cricket Team struggled against a disciplined bowling attack led by Pakistan’s spinners and seamers.
Runyararo Pasipanodya remained unbeaten on 33 off 62 balls, while Kelis Ndhlovu contributed 32 off 51 deliveries. Beloved Biza added 29 runs and Lindokuhle Mabhero scored 20, but regular wickets derailed Zimbabwe’s chase.
Pakistan Women Cricket Team’s bowling unit was spearheaded by Fatima Sana, who returned outstanding figures of 3 for 15 in eight overs. Syeda Aroob Shah, Rameen Shamim, and Momina Riasat picked up two wickets each, while Diana Baig also contributed a wicket in a clinical display.
Earlier, Pakistan posted a formidable total, built on a record-breaking opening partnership. Openers Sadaf Shamas and Gull Feroza set the tone with an aggressive yet controlled approach, putting together a 189-run stand—the second-highest opening partnership in Pakistan Women’s ODI history.
Both batters reached milestone centuries, with Gull Feroza scoring her maiden ODI hundred, making 100 off 95 balls with 13 boundaries. Sadaf Shamas followed with her own maiden ODI century, scoring 101 off 112 deliveries, including 10 fours and a six.
After the dismissal of the openers, Sidra Amin anchored the innings with a composed unbeaten 59 off 58 balls, registering her 15th ODI half-century. Captain Fatima Sana added a brisk 25 off 13 deliveries, while Aliya Riaz contributed 27 off 14 balls to maintain momentum in the death overs. Ayesha Zafar remained not out on 18 off eight balls to push Pakistan to a commanding total.
Zimbabwe’s bowling effort saw Nomvelo Sibanda, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Christine Mutasa, and Olinder Chare take one wicket each, but they were unable to contain Pakistan’s strong batting lineup.
With this comprehensive win, Pakistan Women secured the series with one match remaining, highlighting their growing strength and consistency in ODI cricket.
