Dubai: Pakistan heads into a pivotal ICC Women’s T20 World Cup match against India in Dubai with confidence, following a strong start with a 31-run win over Sri Lanka. Captain Fatima Sana, leading Pakistan for the first time in a World Cup, emphasized the team’s focus on maintaining calm under pressure to secure a consecutive victory.
According to International Cricket Council, despite the high-pressure environment expected in the match against India, Fatima remains unfazed, crediting her team’s recent performances and improved power hitting as key factors in their preparedness. She highlighted significant improvements in the team’s batting capabilities, reflecting on their recent success against South Africa where the team managed multiple sixes, showcasing their enhanced skills and confidence in power hitting.
The match also presents a critical moment for India, which is looking to rebound after a disappointing 58-run defeat against New Zealand. Indian bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi stressed the importance of resilience and belief in the team’s established processes to overcome the setback. With the focus on staying united and leveraging their strengths, India aims to reset and deliver a strong performance against Pakistan.