The India women’s national cricket team faced Pakistan in a high-profile ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 fixture in Colombo. The contest produced several notable individual performances and a few unusual moments that shaped the day’s story.
About the Player & Event
This India vs Pakistan women fixture is part of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 group stage in Colombo. Both teams brought experienced cores — India with Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur, and Pakistan led by Fatima Sana, Diana Baig and Sadia Iqbal.
Match Highlights / Performance
India posted 247 all out in their 50 overs, with useful contributions across the order and a late surge from the lower middle order. Diana Baig finished as Pakistan’s standout bowler with a four-wicket haul.
- Pratika Rawal: Provided an aggressive start and scored 31 before being bowled by Sadia Iqbal.
- Harleen Deol: Top-scored for India with 46, anchoring the middle overs. Richa Ghosh’s unbeaten 35 added valuable late runs.
- Diana Baig: Took 4 wickets for 69 runs, applying pressure in the middle and late overs.
- Fatima Sana: Delivered tight bowling spells, finishing with 2/38 and limiting India’s acceleration in the early stages.
Records & Achievements
- Diana Baig’s four-wicket performance ranks among the top bowling figures for Pakistan in Women’s World Cup matches.
- India’s batting showcased depth — key runs came from both the top and lower middle order.
- Smriti Mandhana’s fluent start set the tone before middle-order consolidation by Harleen Deol and Pratika Rawal.
Stats & Score Summary
| Team | Score | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|
| India Women | 247 all out (50 overs) | Harleen Deol 46, Pratika Rawal 31, Richa Ghosh 35* |
| Pakistan Women | — (innings in progress) | Diana Baig 4/69, Fatima Sana 2/38 |
Tactical Observations
India’s strategy to build through partnerships worked effectively. Harleen Deol and Pratika Rawal handled Pakistan’s spin well, while Richa Ghosh provided late acceleration. For Pakistan, Fatima Sana’s discipline with the new ball and Diana Baig’s accuracy stood out, while Sadia Iqbal’s delivery to dismiss Rawal was a key moment.
Notable Moments
- No handshake between captains at the toss — a rare and tense gesture that highlighted the rivalry’s intensity.
- Brief on-field stoppage due to outfield fumigation at Colombo added a unique twist to the day’s play.
Future Matches / Outlook
India will next face Sri Lanka in another crucial group match, while Pakistan are set to meet England. Both sides will look to fine-tune their line-ups, particularly in batting consistency and fielding execution, as the Women’s World Cup 2025 progresses.
Disclaimer
This article is based on verified match updates and public commentary from sports media outlets. Official scorecard data may be updated by ICC. All analysis is for informational and sporting discussion purposes only.
FAQs
Q1: What was Pratika Rawal’s score in the India vs Pakistan women match?
A: Pratika Rawal scored 31 runs before being bowled by Sadia Iqbal in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 match in Colombo.
Q2: Who was the best bowler for Pakistan in this match?
A: Diana Baig was the standout performer with 4 wickets for 69 runs, supported by Fatima Sana’s economical spell of 2/38.
Q3: What tournament was this match part of?
A: This match was part of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, held in Colombo, featuring the India and Pakistan women’s national cricket teams.
