Pakistan's Women's T20 World Cup campaign concludes after crushing New Zealand defeat

Pakistan's Women's T20 World Cup journey came to an end as New Zealand defeated Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Women's T20 World Cup match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, New Zealand posted a total of 110 runs for the loss of six wickets in their allotted 20 overs, with Suzie Bates top-scoring at 28 runs.

Bates was dismissed by Nashra Sandhu in the eighth over, caught by Nida Dar, as New Zealand struggled to build momentum.

Following Bates' dismissal, Amelia Kerr joined the crease but managed only nine runs off 17 balls. Georgia Pimmer added 17 runs, including two fours, before being dismissed.

Captain Sophie Devine contributed 19 runs but was caught by Pakistan's captain Fatima Sana off Sadia Iqbal's bowling.

Brooke Halliday was the standout performer for New Zealand, scoring 22 runs and providing some stability to the innings. She was eventually run out after a mix-up with her partner.

The final wicket fell when Maddy Green made just nine runs, caught by Fatima off Iqbal's bowling. Isabella Gaze remained not out on five runs.

Pakistan's bowling attack was led by Nashra Sandhu, who took three wickets. Sadia Iqbal, Nida Dar, and Omaima Sohail each contributed with one wicket.

Chasing 111 runs, Pakistan struggled early in their innings, losing six wickets within the first 10 overs, including the experienced Nida Dar. Muneeba Ali top-scored for Pakistan with 15 runs off 11 balls, while skipper Fatima Sana managed 21 runs off 23 balls.

Unfortunately, only two batters reached double figures, with four players failing to score.

Amelia Kerr was the standout bowler for New Zealand, claiming three wickets, while Eden Carson added two. Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, and Fran Jones each took one wicket, sealing Pakistan's fate in the tournament.