Fatima Sana Scripts History, Becomes First Captain to Achieve Unique Women's T20 World Cup Feat Despite Pakistan Heartbreak Pakistan's Fatima Sana etched her name into the record books with a historic all-round performance in the Women's T20 World Cup, becoming the first captain to score a half-century and claim three wickets in a single match.
However, her valiant effort was not enough to secure victory as South Africa edged a nail-biting contest by two wickets in Birmingham.
The 23-year-old delivered an unbeaten 55 off just 38 balls and impressive bowling figures of 3/16, joining an elite group of players who have achieved the rare feat of scoring 50+ runs and taking three or more wickets in a Women's T20 World Cup match.
Fatima is the first captain to accomplish this milestone, marking a historic moment in the tournament. Pakistan seemed destined for a humiliating collapse after South Africa's pace duo, Marizanne Kapp and Shabnim Ismail, reduced them to 50/8 on a sluggish pitch.
Kapp struck with the first ball of the innings, setting the tone for a dominant bowling display. But Fatima, refusing to give in, partnered with Tuba Hassan to stage a remarkable recovery.
The pair added 71 runs for the ninth wicket—the highest partnership for the ninth wicket in Women's T20 World Cup history—lifting Pakistan to a competitive total of 126.
Fatima's late counterattack was particularly striking, as she smashed two sixes off Nadine de Klerk in the final over to bring up her half-century and end the innings with a flourish.
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