Gul Ferozza and Muniba Ali's 105-run stand helped Pakistan to defeat Nepal by nine wickets in the ongoing Women's T20 Asia Cup 2024 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla on July 21. After losing their opener clash against India, Pakistan made a comeback in the marquee event by registering their first win of the tournament. Now, Pakistan are just a win away to seal their spot in the semifinal.
After being asked to bat, Nepal were unable to get a good start as they lost their five wickets on just 65 runs. Kabita Joshi's unbeaten knock of 31 runs in 23 balls including four boundaries and a six helped Nepal to score 108 runs. Chasing the target of 109 runs, Pakistan's opening batsmen Gul Ferozza and Muniba Ali shared an opening partnership of 105 runs. Gul Ferozza who scored 57 runs departed when Pakistan needed just four runs to register the win. Pakistan beat the target in 11.5 overs and defeated Nepal by nine wickets
After this win against Nepal, Pakistan are in the second position in Group A with two points with one win in two matches and a net run rate of 0.409. Nepal have slipped to the third position with two points from one win in two matches and a poor net run rate of -0.819. To qualify for the semifinal Pakistan will have to just win the last match against UAE.
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Gull Feroza after becoming Player of the Match
It is a memorable day for me and I am very happy that I could help my team win. I wanted to play my natural game. This game has become so aggressive and that is my natural game. The cover drive was my favourite. Want to dedicate this award to my family.
Pakistan captain Nida Dar after win
Lots of positives. We batted and bowled well and we should take this win forward. [The support staff] They always try to help us. With the new management, we have a new connection. They have helped us a lot. They are keenly working on fielding, batting and bowling. [On Gull Feroza's knock] A perfect combination of Muneeba and Feroza at the top. A lot of positives because they took the momentum forward.
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