Pakistan Women’s cricket has had some amazing bowling over the years. Recently, Nashra Sandhu has been the standout. In their three-match ODI series against South Africa, Pakistan won by 6 wickets and showed how good they are.
Even though South Africa won the series 2-1, Pakistan’s win in the last match was a great preparation for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 starting September 30. Sandhu was the key to this win. She got her career best 6 for 26 in 9 overs and was awarded Player of the Match and is now among Pakistan Women’s cricket greats. This article talks about the top 5 bowling performances by Pakistan women in ODIs, with Nashra and other great bowlers who have shone over the years.
Top 5 Bowling Performances by Pakistan Women in ODIs
| Rank | Player | Wickets | Runs Conceded | Overs | ER | Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sajjida Shah | 7 | 4 | 8 | 0.50 | Japan |
| 2 | Nashra Sandhu | 6 | 26 | 9 | 2.88 | South Africa |
| 3 | Sana Mir | 5 | 18 | 5 | 3.55 | Netherlands |
| 4 | Urooj Mumtaz | 5 | 33 | 10 | 3.30 | West Indies |
| 5 | Ghulam Fatima | 5 | 17 | 10 | 3.40 | Ireland |
1. Sajjida Shah – 7 wickets vs Japan (2003)
Sajjida Shah has the best bowling record for a Pakistan woman in ODIs, from a match against Japan in 2003. She only allowed 4 runs in 8 overs, 5 maidens and took 7 wickets. Her economy rate of 0.50 and 7 wickets in one innings is still the best for Pakistan women.
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2. Nashra Sandhu – 6 wickets vs South Africa (2025)
Sandhu’s bowling in the 3rd ODI against South Africa was one of the best recently. She bowled out a strong Proteas batting line up for 115 in 25.5 overs. Using her left arm spin, Nashra took important wickets early and kept control, 2 maidens which made it hard for the batters to score. Her 6/26 is her best and second best bowling record by a Pakistani woman in ODIs, after Sajjida Shah’s 7/4. She set a record for the best ODI bowling by a Pakistan player against a Full Member nation which helped Pakistan win before the World Cup.
3. Sana Mir – 5 wickets vs Netherlands (2010)
Sana Mir, a Pakistan women’s cricket legend, got 5 wickets against Netherlands in 2010. Her accuracy and smart changes got her 5 wickets at an economy rate of 3.55 runs per over. She put the Dutch side under pressure, one of the best bowling performances by Pakistan in ODIs recently.
4. Urooj Mumtaz – 5 wickets vs West Indies (2004)
Urooj Mumtaz’s 5 wickets against West Indies was a great bowling effort, she was disciplined against a strong batting side. She bowled 10 overs at an economy rate of 3.30. Her 5 wickets showed her control and tactics. Her performance is remembered for challenging a powerful team and is still a benchmark for Pakistan’s women bowlers.
5. Ghulam Fatima – 5 wickets vs Ireland (2022)
Ghulam Fatima, a wrist spinner, had a great spell against Ireland in 2022. She took 5 wickets with accuracy. Her economy rate of 3.40 runs per over in 10 overs showed her control and ability to keep the pressure.
