New Delhi, August 25: The Pakistan women’s cricket team is gearing up for the Women’s Asia Cup 2026, set to begin on August 28 in Dubai, through a unique preparation strategy. To enhance their performance in the T20 format tournament, the team has played matches against the men’s team.
According to a report by Cricinfo, the Pakistan women’s cricket team recently participated in pre-tournament training camps in Lahore, where they faced the men’s team from the Abdul Qadir Cricket Academy. The men’s team comprised both young and experienced players.
The matches were conducted in a full 20-over format to simulate competitive pressure, allowing players to improve their decision-making against a challenging opposition. This experience has reportedly helped the Pakistan team elevate their skill and performance levels.
Captain Fatima Sana expressed, “The matches against the men’s team have aided our preparation for the Asia Cup. We faced pressure during these games, and this experience will be beneficial in tackling the challenges of the upcoming tournament. We are well-prepared for the event.”
Sana emphasized the importance of managing pressure, stating, “We needed to understand how to cope with pressure. The biggest challenge in major tournaments has been handling high-pressure situations, where we have often struggled. The matches against the men’s team have assisted us, and you will see the results in our upcoming matches.”
She added, “We learned that it is crucial to remain calm under pressure. We have advised the girls to stay composed during tough times, trust their hard work, and stick to their plans.”
Regarding the potential advantages of playing in Dubai, Sana noted that the conditions are similar to those in Pakistan, and they are well aware of how to play there.
The Pakistan women’s cricket team has faced disappointing performances in the T20 format recently. Under Fatima Sana’s captaincy, the team managed to win only one out of five matches in the T20 World Cup 2026, losing to South Africa, Australia, Bangladesh, and India, with their sole victory against the Netherlands. The team has also faced criticism for poor bowling, batting, fielding, and decision-making during the tournament.
It has been ten years since the Pakistan team reached the finals of the Asia Cup, with their last exit occurring in the semi-finals against Sri Lanka.
The Women’s Asia Cup will take place from August 28 to September 13 in Dubai, with Pakistan being part of Group A alongside India, Thailand, and Hong Kong. The much-anticipated match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for September 5.
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