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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, scheduled from September 30 to November 2. The announcement has created a buzz, especially with the maiden call-up of uncapped right-handed batter Eyman Fatima, signaling Pakistan’s intent to back young talent on the global stage.
Eyman Fatima’s receives maiden ODI call-up
Fatima’s inclusion is one of the headline stories of the squad. Although uncapped in ODIs, she has impressed in domestic cricket and recently made her mark with a promising T20I debut against Ireland. Known for her aggressive stroke play, the 18-year-old is expected to bring flair and firepower to Pakistan’s batting order. Her selection reflects the selectors’ strategy of rewarding form and investing in the future.
Fatima is not the only fresh entrant. The squad also features Natalia Parvaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar and Syeda Aroob Shah, all set to make their first-ever ODI World Cup appearances. This injection of youthful energy will complement the experience of seasoned campaigners like Diana Baig, Sidra Amin and Aliya Riaz, giving Pakistan a balanced mix of youth and maturity.
Fatima Sana to captain the Green Team
The captaincy baton has been handed to Fatima Sana, who will lead Pakistan in a global event for the first time. Sana earned leadership recognition after guiding her side to an unbeaten run in the World Cup Qualifiers. She will have Muneeba Ali Siddiqui as her deputy, ensuring stability at the top.
Pakistan’s 15-member squad for Women’s World Cup 2025
Fatima Sana (captain), Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (vice-captain), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Eyman Fatima, Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Omaima Sohail, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz (wicket-keeper), Syeda Aroob Shah
Non-travelling reserves: Gull Feroza, Najiha Alvi, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, Waheeda Akhtar
Pakistan’s World Cup schedule
Before flying out, Pakistan will play a three-match ODI series against South Africa in Lahore, a vital preparation phase to fine-tune strategies and assess combinations.
All of Pakistan’s group-stage matches will be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with marquee fixtures including:
- Oct 2 vs Bangladesh
- Oct 5 vs India
- Oct 8 vs Australia
- Oct 15 vs England
- Oct 18 vs New Zealand
- Oct 21 vs South Africa
- Oct 24 vs Sri Lanka
If Pakistan progress, both the semi-finals and final will also be played in Colombo.
Also READ: Bangladesh announces strong squad for ICC Women’s World Cup 2025; two teenagers make the cut
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
