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DERBY: Scotland handed Pakistan a 41-run defeat by the DLS Method in the warm-up fixture of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2026 at the County Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

This was the Green Shirts’ second defeat after being beaten by Sri Lanka in their first game.

Put into bat first, Scotland piled up 187-5 in their 20 overs, largely due to skipper Kathryn Bryce’s 94 off 43 balls.

Scotland started strongly in the power play, scoring 41-1 with Katherine Fraser losing her wicket on 19. Following the wicket, Darcey Carter  (45 off 36) and Kathryn Bryce carried on the momentum, propelling the score to 95 at the halfway mark of the innings.

Pakistan women’s team tried to mount a comeback with quick wickets, leaving Scotland 111-4 in 14.1 overs. However, Bryce’s explosive knock, laced with 11 fours and three sixes, ensured that her side reached a strong total.

Pakistan’s women’s team tried to mount a comeback with quick wickets, but Bryce’s explosive knock, laced with 11 fours and three sixes, ensured Scotland reached a strong total.

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For Pakistan, Tasmia Rubab, Sadia Iqbal, and Ayesha Zafar picked up one wicket each.

In reply, Pakistan were in early trouble at 62-5 in nine overs when rain halted play and did not allow it to resume. Muneeba Ali top-scored for Pakistan with 20 off 22, including a boundary.

Consequently, Scotland secured a win under the DLS method, with Rachel Slater picking up two wickets with the ball.

Earlier, Pakistan suffered a nine-wicket loss against Sri Lanka. The Green Shirts posted 168-8 in 20 overs, before Sri Lanka reached the target in 18.4 overs.

Pakistan will open their ICC Women’s World Cup 2026 campaign against arch-rivals India on 14 June.

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Former Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur has thrown his support behind the Pakistan women’s cricket team ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, urging the players to trust their abilities, adapt quickly to English conditions and remain committed to their game plans.

Arthur met members of the Pakistan women’s squad in Derby at the invitation of team mentor Wahab Riaz, offering guidance as the side continues preparations for the global tournament in England.

During the interaction, the former Pakistan coach shared his experience of coaching international teams in English conditions and stressed the importance of acclimatising early to local environments to maximize performance during major tournaments.

“You have the potential. If you play according to your plans, winning will not be difficult,” Arthur told the players, encouraging them to remain confident and disciplined throughout the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup campaign.

The former South Africa coach praised the skill, attitude, and commitment displayed by the Pakistan women’s cricket team, expressing confidence that the squad possesses the talent required to compete against the world’s leading sides.

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Mickey Arthur also drew parallels with Pakistan’s memorable success in the ICC Champions Trophy 2017, when he guided the men’s team to one of the greatest achievements in the country’s cricket history.

The former head coach recalled how Pakistan adapted quickly to conditions in England and Wales before defeating arch-rivals India national cricket team by 180 runs in the final of the prestigious tournament.

“The players showed great teamwork, stayed active and energetic, and that is how they achieved victory,” Arthur said while reflecting on the Champions Trophy-winning campaign.

He emphasized that unity, teamwork and effective execution of plans were the key ingredients behind Pakistan’s success in 2017 and urged the women’s side to embrace a similar approach ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Arthur further advised the players to spend time understanding local pitches, weather conditions and match environments before the tournament begins.

According to the former Pakistan head coach, early adaptation can help players perform with greater freedom and confidence once the competition gets underway.

He concluded the session by wishing the Pakistan women’s team success and encouraging them to fight hard in pursuit of strong results on the global stage.

Arthur remains one of Pakistan cricket’s most successful foreign coaches. Appointed head coach in May 2016 following Pakistan’s disappointing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup campaign, he oversaw a remarkable transformation that culminated in the country lifting the ICC Champions Trophy 2017.

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LONDON: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the star-studded commentary panel for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to take place across England and Wales. 

The female-led panel comprises several notable names, including former captains, broadcasters, and prominent voices in cricket.

The panel will provide expert analysis and insights during the 33-match tournament, set to run from 12 June to with the mega event’s summit clash taking place on 5 July at Lord’s.

Mel Jones and Julia Price were part of Australia’s Women’s World Cup-winning side, while Stacy-Ann King was part of the West Indies team that lifted the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2016.

Former Pakistan captain Sana Mir also joins the star-studded commentary panel. She will be accompanied by Isa Guha and Ebony Rainford-Brent, both part of the England squad that won the inaugural ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009.

Two-time ICC Men’s World Cup winner Matthew Hayden headlines the men’s commentary panel with former India keeper Dinesh Karthik and West Indies Carlos Brathwaite joining him.

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The renowned trio of Nasser Hussain, Ian Bishop, and Ian Smith —  part of the memorable commentary team for the dramatic ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 final at Lord’s, will also be heard during the event.

Mithali Raj, Tash Farrant, Anjum Chopra, Simon Doull, Veda Krishnamurthy, Isobel Joyce, and Katey Martin are also included.

The 10th edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup will begin on June 12, with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston in Birmingham.

After the announcement, Naseer Hussain said that the players taking part in the World Cup will help shape the future of the game.

“The passion surrounding women’s cricket, and the breadth of talent across the world, has never been stronger,” he said.

“The players taking the field this summer will help shape the future of the game and inspire the next generation to follow in their footsteps.”

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NOTTINGHAM: Pakistan women team has arrived in England after competing in a T20I tri-series in Ireland ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

The Green Shirts will rest in Nottingham before playing a warm-up fixture against Sri Lanka at County Ground in Derby on 6 June.

Following the fixture, the women’s team will take part in the practice session on 7 June. Their second warm-up match will be against Scotland on 9 June at the same venue.

Earlier, Pakistan participated in the T20I tri-series featuring Ireland and West Indies.

Pakistan women team remained winless in the series with West Indies eventually clinching the trophy, while Ireland finished in second place.

For the unversed, the 10th edition of the tournament will feature 12 teams and 33 matches spread across seven venues, culminating in the final at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 5.

Hosts England will kick off proceedings against Sri Lanka on June 12 at Edgbaston, which will also stage the high-voltage India-Pakistan encounter two days later.

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Pakistan have been drawn in a challenging Group A alongside defending champions Australia, India, South Africa, Bangladesh and tournament debutants the Netherlands.

Meanwhile, Group B comprises England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, West Indies, Ireland and Scotland.

The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, scheduled for June 30 and July 2 at The Oval.

Pakistan Women’s Squad

Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab

Pakistan Fixtures

14 June v India, Birmingham

17 June v South Africa, Birmingham

20 June v Bangladesh, Southampton

23 June v Australia, Headingley

27 June v Netherlands, Bristol

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