Rain denied Pakistan a historic Women’s World Cup victory as England escaped defeat in Colombo. Fatima Sana’s brilliant spell left England reeling before the monsoon washed away Pakistan’s dream win.
The Women’s Cricket World Cup clash between England and Pakistan in Colombo turned into a tale of dominance, drama, and disappointment as rain snatched away what could have been a historic win for Pakistan.
Despite completely outplaying the tournament favorites, Pakistan had to settle for a point each after relentless monsoon showers forced the match to be abandoned at the R. Premadasa Stadium.
From the very first over, Pakistan showed fierce intent and discipline. Captain Fatima Sana led from the front, producing one of the most devastating bowling spells of the tournament.
Her pace, movement, and precision dismantled England’s top order, reducing them to a shocking 78 for 7. England’s usually reliable batters looked helpless against Sana’s fiery deliveries as Pakistan seized complete control of the game.
England’s lower order, however, showed resilience through Charlie Dean and Em Arlott, who managed to rebuild the innings with a gritty 47-run stand for the eighth wicket.
Their partnership helped England crawl to 133 for 9 in 31 overs, giving their bowlers something to defend. But as the rain clouds gathered over Colombo, the DLS method adjusted Pakistan’s target to 113 runs in 31 overs—a chase that seemed comfortably within reach given Pakistan’s dominance.
When play resumed, Pakistan’s openers Muneeba Ali and Sidra Ameen came out determined and composed.
Both batted with confidence, timing their shots beautifully and keeping the scoreboard ticking. Within just 6.4 overs, Pakistan reached 34 without loss, showcasing complete control and composure.
The English bowlers, on the other hand, looked rattled, unable to find any breakthrough or build pressure.
The Colombo monsoon struck with full force, drenching the ground and making further play impossible. The umpires eventually called off the match, leaving Pakistani players visibly heartbroken..
For Pakistan, this result marked their first point in four matches, while England’s single point pushed them to the top of the tournament table, ahead of Australia on net run rate. Yet, it was clear to everyone watching that Pakistan had been the better team on the day.
Fatima Sana’s leadership and performance were the biggest takeaways. Her spell was nothing short of world-class, earning her widespread praise from fans and experts alike.
She not only inspired her teammates with the ball but also led by example, proving that Pakistan’s women’s cricket team is no longer just a participant—it’s a competitor capable of beating the best.
Cricket fans took to social media, hailing Pakistan’s spirited performance and expressing disappointment that the weather robbed them of a deserved victory.
As the tournament continues, this match will be remembered not for the rain, but for the statement Pakistan made—a reminder that on their day, they can outplay anyone.
