The Women National Selection Committee has announced Pakistan’s 15-member squad for the ICC U19 Women T20 World Cup 2025. The tournament is set to take place in Malaysia from January 18 to February 2, 2025. The team will be led by Komal Khan, a wicketkeeper-batter from Lahore, with Zoofishan Ayyaz from Wah Cantt serving as the vice-captain.
Pakistan Squad for the ICC U19 Women T20 World Cup
Here is the list of the selected players for the Pakistan squad:
| Player | City |
|---|---|
| Komal Khan | Lahore |
| Zoofishan Ayyaz | Wah Cantt |
| Aleesa Mukhtiar | Muzaffargarh |
| Areesha Ansari | Kasur |
| Fatima Khan | Lahore |
| Haniah Ahmer | Karachi |
| Maham Anees | Islamabad |
| Mahnoor Zeb | Mardan |
| Memoona Khalid | Lahore |
| Minahil | Faisalabad |
| Quratulain | Sialkot |
| Ravail Farhan | Lahore |
| Shahar Bano | Lodhran |
| Tayyaba Imdad | Abbottabad |
| Wasifa Hussain | Karachi |
Non-Travelling Reserves
The following players will be part of the non-travelling reserves:
| Player | City |
|---|---|
| Fizza Fiaz | Lahore |
| Laiba Nasir | Lahore |
| Manahil Javed | Lahore |
| Rozina Akram | Islamabad |
| Sania Rasheed | Rawalpindi |
Training and Preparations
Pakistan’s U19 women team has been preparing diligently for the ICC U19 Women T20 World Cup 2025. The team recently participated in the ACC U19 Women Asia Cup in Malaysia. Afterward, they will undergo a training camp at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance Centre in Karachi, from December 31 to January 9, 2025. The squad will depart for Malaysia via Dubai on January 10.
Tournament Structure
The ICC U19 Women T20 World Cup will feature 16 teams, divided into four groups of four. Pakistan is placed in Group B, alongside England, Ireland, and the USA.
Group Stage Fixtures
Pakistan’s group stage matches are as follows:
- January 18: Pakistan vs USA
- January 20: Pakistan vs England
- January 22: Pakistan vs Ireland
The top three teams from each group will advance to the Super Six stage. Points, wins, and Net Run-Rate (NRR) earned against fellow qualifiers will carry forward.
Super Six Stage
The Super Six stage will consist of two groups:
- Group 1: Top three teams from Group A and Group D
- Group 2: Top three teams from Group B and Group C
Each team in the Super Six stage will play two matches.
Semi-Finals and Final
- Semi-Finals: January 31
- Final: February 2 at Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur
Summary
This announcement marks a major step towards the ICC U19 Women T20 World Cup 2025. The squad is full of young, talented players eager to represent Pakistan and showcase their skills on the international stage. With a solid training regimen and competitive group-stage fixtures ahead, Pakistan will look to make a strong impact in the tournament. Fans across Pakistan are eagerly waiting to cheer for these promising young stars as they prepare for what is sure to be an exciting competition.
The tournament is an important opportunity for the future of women cricket in Pakistan, and the U19 squad is determined to make their mark in the global arena. Let’s support them on their journey to success at the ICC U19 Women T20 World Cup 2025.
