Pakistan announces squad for ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025; Komal Khan to lead

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the 15-member squad that will represent Pakistan in the upcoming ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in 2025starting in Malaysia from 18 January to 2 February 2025. This announcement marks a significant step for Pakistan women’s cricket, aiming to make a mark on the international stage after their commendable performance in the inaugural tournament in 2023.

Komal Khan will lead the Pakistan U19 women’s team

The team is led by a dynamic goalkeeper-striker Komal Khanwho was entrusted with the captaincy. Her co-captain, Zoofishan Ayyazhe also brings leadership experience, having captained the team at the recent U19 Asian Cup. The squad selection reflects a mix of experience and emerging talent, with several players from the previous tournament returning to the squad.

Training camp set up from December to January in Karachi

The team’s preparations include a rigorous training camp at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance Center in Karachi, held from December 31 to January 9, 2025. This camp is crucial for fine-tuning strategies, improving fitness and building team cohesion. After the camp, the team will fly to Malaysia via Dubai on January 10, 2025 to acclimatize and participate in warm-up matches before the start of the tournament.

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Pakistan Group B schedule and tournament schedule

Pakistan are placed in Group B along with great teams like England, Irelandand USA. Their campaign begins against the USA on January 18th, followed by a game against England on January 20th and a group stage finish against Ireland on January 22nd. The team’s performance in the group stage will determine their progression to the Super Six stage, where they will aim to secure a place in the semi-finals.

Coach Mohsin Kamalwho led the team to the Super Six stage of the 2023 tournament, will once again lead this promising team. His experience and understanding of the U19 level is expected to be key in navigating the challenges of the World Cup.

Pakistan Squad for Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025

Komal Khan (captain), Zoofishan Ayyaz (vice-captain), Aleesa Mukhtiar, Areesha Ansari, Fatima Khan, Haniah Ahmer, Maham Anees, Mahnoor Zeb, Memoona Khalid, Minahil, Quratulain, Ravail Farhan, Shahar Bano, Tayyaba Imdad and Wasifa Hussain.

Non-traveling reserves

Fizza Fiaz, Laiba Nasir, Manahil Javed, Rozina Akram and Sania Rasheed

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.comand Cricket times company.