PAKW vs ZIMW - 6th May, 2026 - Pakistan Women Dominate Zimbabwe Women in Karachi with Massive 206-Run Victory

Sadaf Shamas and Gull Feroza scores with two Stunning Hundreds

Pakistan’s innings was built on a sensational opening partnership between Sadaf Shamas and Gull Feroza. The duo completely dominated Zimbabwe’s bowling attack and laid the perfect foundation for a huge score.

Sadaf Shamas played a classy knock of 101 runs from 112 balls, smashing 10 boundaries and a six. At the other end, Gull Feroza was equally aggressive, scoring 100 off just 95 deliveries with 13 elegant fours. Their 189-run partnership frustrated Zimbabwe's bowling and shifted the match firmly in Pakistan’s favor.

After the openers departed, Sidra Amin anchored the innings beautifully with an unbeaten 59 from 58 balls. Captain Fatima Sana provided late fireworks with a rapid 25 off 13 balls, while Aliya Riaz and Ayesha Zafar added explosive finishing touches. Pakistan ended their 50 overs at an imposing 343/4 with a run rate of 6.86.

Zimbabwe Bowlers Struggle Under Pressure

Zimbabwe’s bowling attack found it difficult to contain Pakistan’s batters throughout the innings. Lindokuhle Mabhero, Nomvelo Sibanda, Christine Mutasa, and Olinder Chare managed one wicket each, but the bowlers leaked runs consistently as Pakistan’s batters attacked from start to finish.

Despite a few moments of control in the middle overs, Zimbabwe failed to break partnerships at crucial times and paid heavily in the death overs.

Pakistan Bowlers Crush Zimbabwe’s Chase

Chasing a daunting target of 344, Zimbabwe never looked comfortable. Pakistan’s bowlers struck early and regularly, reducing the visitors to 9/2 inside the first three overs.

Kelis Ndhlovu fought briefly with 32 runs, while Beloved Biza scored 29 and Runyararo Pasipanodya remained unbeaten on 33. However, no Zimbabwe batter could build a major partnership against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack.

Captain Fatima Sana led from the front with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for just 15 runs in an outstanding spell. Rameen Shamim, Syeda Aroob Shah, and Momina Riasat chipped in with two wickets each, while Diana Baig added one scalp.

Zimbabwe were eventually bowled out for 137 in 39 overs, handing Pakistan a dominant victory.

Fatima Sana’s All-Round Leadership Impresses

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana once again showcased her all-round brilliance. After scoring quick runs with the bat, she destroyed Zimbabwe’s batting lineup with an excellent bowling performance.

Her aggressive captaincy and balanced bowling changes ensured Pakistan maintained pressure throughout the chase.

Match Summary
Pakistan Women: 343/4 in 50 overs
Zimbabwe Women: 137 all out in 39 overs
Pakistan Women won by 206 runs
Top Performers
Pakistan Women
Sadaf Shamas – 101 (112)
Gull Feroza – 100 (95)
Sidra Amin – 59* (58)
Fatima Sana – 25 (13) & 3/15
Zimbabwe Women
Runyararo Pasipanodya – 33* (62)
Kelis Ndhlovu – 32 (51)
Conclusion

This emphatic win highlights Pakistan Women’s growing confidence and depth in ODI cricket. The batting unit fired collectively, while the bowlers backed it up with a ruthless display. Zimbabwe Women, meanwhile, will need a stronger batting response and tighter bowling performance in the upcoming matches if they hope to challenge the hosts.

Pakistan’s dominant all-round show in Karachi will certainly boost their momentum in the ICC Women’s Championship campaign.