Pakistan secured qualification for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 after defeating Thailand by 87 runs in Lahore, with skipper Fatima Sana expressing confidence in finishing the tournament unbeaten.

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana praised her team’s performance and voiced hopes of maintaining a perfect record in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifiers. The victory confirmed Pakistan’s place in the marquee event scheduled later this year in India.

“This qualification means a lot, and the credit goes to the entire team for their support and hard work,” said Fatima Sana following the match. “We’ll try to win our last match as well and aim to finish the qualifiers unbeaten at the top of the table.”

Batting first, Pakistan posted 205 for six despite a cautious start. Sidra Amin anchored the innings with a steady knock, while Fatima Sana added crucial late runs.

“Thailand bowled very well early on, and we were under pressure before the 40th over,” Sana said. “But we saw an opportunity in the final 10 overs. Sidra held the innings together, and I was glad to contribute with the bat.”

On the bowling front, Pakistan delivered a disciplined performance. Fatima Sana, Nashra Sandhu, and Rameen Shamim each claimed three wickets to dismiss Thailand and secure a comfortable win — Pakistan’s fourth consecutive victory in the qualifiers.

With the group stage concluding, Pakistan will face Bangladesh in their final match on April 19 at the Lahore City Cricket Association Ground. Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana Joty, are also in contention for qualification.

Pakistan, having already booked their place in the World Cup, will be looking to complete their campaign without a defeat.