Pakistan Women Secure Spot in Asia Cup Semi-Finals

Sep 7, 2026

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Sep 7, 2026 19:30

Pakistan reach Women’s Asia Cup semi-finals

## Dominant Victory Over Hong Kong

Pakistan's women's cricket team advanced to the semi-finals of the Women's Asia Cup with a decisive 72-run win against Hong Kong at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The victory was largely due to Nashra Sandhu's exceptional bowling performance, where she took six wickets for just seven runs.

## Key Performances

Batting first, Pakistan posted a total of 143/8, with Shawaal Zulfiqaar leading the scoring with 47 runs. Despite some middle-order challenges, Ayesha Zafar contributed 26 runs, and captain Fatima Sana added an unbeaten 24.

## Bowling Brilliance

Pakistan's bowlers started strong, reducing Hong Kong to 1/2 early in their innings. Nashra Sandhu's entry into the attack was pivotal, as she dismantled Hong Kong's batting lineup, achieving her first five-wicket haul in T20 internationals and becoming the first Pakistani woman to take six wickets in a T20I match.

## Looking Ahead

With this win, Pakistan set up a semi-final clash against Sri Lanka, scheduled for Friday. Nashra Sandhu was named Player of the Match for her outstanding contribution.

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