In a nail-biting encounter at the National Bank Stadium, Nida Dar etched her name in the annals of cricket history by claiming her 100th international wicket. However, despite her remarkable achievement, the West Indies Women secured a thrilling last-ball victory with two wickets to spare in the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25 fixture against Pakistan Women.
The visitors found themselves at 213 for five in 48 overs while chasing a target of 224 for victory. Requiring five runs off the last over and three runs off the final ball, a boundary off an outside edge from Karishma Ramharack’s bat dashed the hopes of the home team.
Nida, who joined Sana Mir as the only Pakistani bowler to claim 100 wickets, played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s defense, dismissing four West Indies batters. However, her efforts fell short as the Windies clinched a dramatic win.
Earlier, Stafanie Taylor’s resilient knock of 73 runs off 90 balls anchored the West Indies’ chase. She formed crucial partnerships with Shemaine Campbelle and Hayley Matthews, laying the foundation for their successful pursuit.
Despite Pakistan’s efforts, including notable contributions from Bismah Maroof and Sidra Amin, who propelled Pakistan to a competitive total of 223, the West Indies emerged victorious, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.
As the teams gear up for the third ODI on Tuesday, all eyes will be on Pakistan’s response as they seek to bounce back from this heart-wrenching defeat and level the series.
The clash between bat and ball, filled with moments of brilliance and tension, exemplified the unpredictable nature of cricket, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final ball.
With the series finely poised, the stage is set for another thrilling encounter as both teams continue their quest for supremacy in the ICC Women’s Championship.
Scores in Brief:
Pakistan Women: 223 all-out in 48.5 overs (Bismah Maroof 65, Sidra Amin 50; Chinelle Henry 3-37)
West Indies Women: 225-8 in 50 overs (Stafanie Taylor 73, Shemaine Campbelle 52; Nida Dar 4-52)
Player of the Match: Stafanie Taylor (West Indies Women)
The third ODI is scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, at the National Bank Stadium, with a 3.30 pm start.
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