Ireland Women Stun Pakistan by 11 Runs in 1st T20I at Dublin

In the first T20I of the Pakistan Women’s tour of Ireland, played at Dublin on August 6, 2025, Ireland Women claimed a narrow 11-run victory over Pakistan Women in a tightly contested match.

Batting first, Ireland posted a competitive total of 142 in 19.4 overs. Amy Hunter led the innings with a solid 37 off 30 balls, while Orla Prendergast contributed all-round brilliance, scoring 29 off 26 and later taking 3 wickets for 28 runs. Leah Paul also impressed with a quick-fire 28 from 19 balls.

In response, Pakistan Women were restricted to 131/9 in their full quota of 20 overs. Despite late efforts from Natalia Pervaiz (29 off 23) and Rameen Shamim (27 off 20), the middle order collapsed under pressure. Captain Fatima Sana shone briefly with both bat and ball, claiming 4 wickets for 26 runs.

 Pak vs Ireland Women Cricket T20 Match

In the opening T20I of the Pakistan Women’s tour of Ireland, played on August 6, 2025, at Dublin, Ireland Women secured a hard-fought 11-run victory in a match that went down to the wire.

Batting first, Ireland put up a solid total of 142 runs in 19.4 overs. Amy Hunter gave them a strong foundation with a composed 37 off 30 balls. Orla Prendergast delivered a match-defining all-round performance, scoring 29 from 26 balls and then returning with the ball to take 3 key wickets for just 28 runs. Leah Paul also played a valuable hand, smashing 28 from only 19 deliveries.

Pakistan Women, chasing 143, could not build partnerships and were restricted to 131 for 9 in their full 20 overs. Natalia Pervaiz tried to stabilize the innings with her 29 off 23 balls, while Rameen Shamim added late resistance with 27 off 20. Captain Fatima Sana contributed with both bat and ball, taking 4 wickets for 26 runs and scoring a quick 14 off 7, but her efforts fell short.

Tight bowling spells from Ava Canning, who gave away just 9 runs in her 4 overs, and Jane Maguire, who picked up 2 for 20, proved crucial in defending the target.

Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women – 1st T20I: Full Match Recap

Here are the top 12 highlights from the thrilling T20I clash on August 6, 2025, in Dublin:

1. Ireland Women defeated Pakistan Women by 11 runs in the first T20I of the three-match series, taking a 1-0 lead.

2. Batting first, Ireland posted a competitive total of 142 runs in 19.4 overs, setting a strong challenge for Pakistan.

3. Amy Hunter anchored the Irish innings with a solid knock of 37 runs off 30 balls, building the platform early.

4. Orla Prendergast delivered a match-winning all-round performance, scoring 29 off 26 balls and later taking 3 wickets for 28 runs.

5. Leah Paul added late fireworks, hitting 28 off just 19 balls, helping Ireland accelerate at a key moment in the innings.

6. Fatima Sana led Pakistan’s bowling attack with a superb spell of 4 wickets for 26 runs, her career-best T20I figures.

7. During the match, Fatima Sana also achieved a major milestone — her 100th international wicket, marking a historic moment for the young skipper.

8. Pakistan’s chase fell short at 131/9 in 20 overs, largely due to a middle-order collapse under scoreboard pressure.

9. Natalia Pervaiz tried to hold the innings together with a composed 29 off 23 balls, but lacked enough support from others.

10. Rameen Shamim showed late resistance, adding 27 runs off 20 balls, but the damage had already been done.

11. Ireland’s bowling was clinical, with Ava Canning conceding just 9 runs in 4 overs and Jane Maguire picking up 2 wickets for 20 runs.

12. Despite a spirited fightback from Pakistan’s lower order, Ireland’s tight fielding and disciplined bowling sealed the match in their favor.

Fatima Sana Reaches 100 Wickets with Stunning T20I Spell vs Ireland

Dublin, August 6, 2025 – In a thrilling start to the three-match T20I series, Ireland Women pulled off a surprising 11-run victory over Pakistan at Clontarf Cricket Club, Dublin. Despite a stunning bowling display from Pakistan captain Fatima Sana, who returned career-best T20I figures of 4 for 26, the visitors couldn’t chase down Ireland’s modest total.

Fatima Sana’s performance was a standout, not just for her economical spells and crucial breakthroughs, but also because she completed 100 international wickets—a major milestone in her young career. Her leadership on the field kept Pakistan in the hunt throughout the match.

However, Pakistan’s chase faltered under pressure, with their middle order unable to build momentum. The Irish bowlers kept things tight, regularly picking wickets and maintaining discipline in the field. In the end, Pakistan were bundled out 11 runs short of the target in the final over.