Which familiar faces are included in Pakistan's women's squads for the South Africa white-ball tour?
Synopsis
Excitement builds as the Pakistan Cricket Board announces the women's ODI and T20I squads for the South Africa tour, featuring several familiar faces. Led by the dynamic Fatima Sana, the team prepares for the ICC Women's T20I World Cup 2026. Discover the new additions and the details of the upcoming matches.
Key Takeaways
Fatima Sana continues as captain for both formats.
New players Saira Jabeen and Humna Bilal make their T20I debuts.
The training camp starts February 1 in Karachi.
T20I matches are from February 10 to 16 in South Africa.
ODI series runs from February 22 to March 1 in multiple locations.
Lahore, Jan 14 (NationPress) The Pakistan Cricket Board has revealed the ODI and T20I lineups for the women's squad ahead of their upcoming tour to South Africa, commencing on February 10 in Potchefstroom. Fatima Sana will continue to lead the team in both formats as they gear up for the ICC Women’s T20I World Cup 2026 scheduled for June.
Included in both squads are Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Sidra Amin, and Tasmia Rubab. Additionally, uncapped batter Saira Jabeen and right-arm fast bowler Humna Bilal are making their debut in the T20I squad.
The opening batters Ayesha and Gull, alongside left-arm pacer Tasmia and wicketkeeper-batter Najiha Alvi, have been selected for the 15-member ODI squad after missing out on the ODI World Cup.
The 50-over squad also features Diana Baig, Najiha, Sadaf Shamas, and Syeda Aroob Shah, while the T20I lineup includes Humna, Saira, Tuba Hassan, and Eyman Fatima.
The training camp prior to the series will commence on Sunday, February 1, at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance Centre in Karachi.
T20I matches are set to occur in Potchefstroom, Benoni, and Kimberley from February 10 to 16, all being day-night encounters. As part of their preparations for the ODI series, the team will engage in a warm-up 50-over match in Kimberley, followed by three ODIs in Bloemfontein, Centurion, and Durban from February 22 to March 1.
The second ODI is scheduled for the afternoon and will be played under lights, while the warm-up, first, and third ODIs will take place during the day.
This upcoming tour marks the Pakistan Women’s team’s return to South Africa for a bilateral series, their first since January 2021, when they competed in a three-match ODI series in Durban. In February 2023, they took part in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup held in South Africa, with matches taking place in Cape Town and Paarl.
T20I Squad:
Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza (wk), Humna Bilal, Muneeba Ali (wk), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Saira Jabeen, Sidra Amin, Tasmia Rubab, and Tuba Hassan
ODI Squad:
Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali (wk), Najiha Alvi (wk), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, and Tasmia Rubab
Point of View
I observe that Pakistan's women's cricket team is making significant strides. The inclusion of both seasoned players and fresh talent indicates a promising future. The upcoming series in South Africa serves as a crucial platform for these athletes to gain experience ahead of the World Cup, reflecting the nation's commitment to women's sports.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates for the South Africa tour?
The South Africa tour for the women's team begins on February 10, with T20I matches scheduled until February 16, followed by ODIs from February 22 to March 1.
Who is leading the Pakistan women's team?
Fatima Sana is the captain of the Pakistan women's team for both the ODI and T20I formats.
Which players are making their T20I debut?
Uncapped batter Saira Jabeen and right-arm fast bowler Humna Bilal are receiving their first T20I call-ups.
Where will the warm-up match take place?
The warm-up 50-over match will be held in Kimberley, South Africa.
When was the last time Pakistan women played in South Africa?
The Pakistan women's team last toured South Africa for a bilateral series in January 2021.
