The Pakistan women’s cricket team has launched its final phase of preparations for the upcoming T20 International series against Ireland with a five-day pre-series camp starting Tuesday at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance Centre in Karachi.
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This training camp, which will run till August 2, aims to sharpen the players’ skills across batting, bowling, and fielding under the supervision of head coach Mohammad Wasim. It follows a 27-day conditioning camp held earlier this month, emphasizing fitness and match readiness.
The national squad, announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) last week, features 15 players with all-rounder Fatima Sana leading the side. As part of the camp activities, players will participate in intra-squad T20 practice matches to simulate match conditions before their departure to Dublin on August 3.
Speaking at a weekend press conference, captain Fatima Sana shared her confidence in the team’s preparation and unity. “Despite the difference in conditions, our batters are confident, and we’re looking to carry forward the momentum from the Qualifiers,” she said.
Earlier this year, Pakistan defeated Ireland during the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifiers and advanced unbeaten to secure their place in the upcoming World Cup. Fatima noted that the win over Ireland had boosted team morale and belief, which will now be translated into their T20I performance.
“We are trying to develop our T20I game as well,” she added, highlighting the team’s focus on balance across all departments—batting, bowling, and fielding.
Top-order batter Muneeba Ali also shared insights from the training sessions, stating that the squad is now shifting focus from the 50-over format to the shorter version of the game. “We’ve identified areas of improvement and worked on them during the camp. The idea is to build on our strengths while staying mindful of what lies ahead,” Muneeba said.
Pakistan will play three T20Is against Ireland from August 6 to 10 at Clontarf Cricket Club in Dublin. The series holds high importance as it serves as vital preparation ahead of a packed international calendar. Following the Ireland tour, Pakistan will host South Africa in a home series in September before heading into the ICC Women’s World Cup, expected to be played under a hybrid format later this year.
This series will also test the adaptability of the players in different conditions and strengthen their combinations in the lead-up to major tournaments. For Pakistan’s women’s team, this marks another opportunity to grow their presence in international cricket and build momentum on the global stage.
