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Sandhu’s Record 6-For Seals Pakistan’s Consolation ODI Win Over South Africa

Her 6-26 in Lahore delivered Pakistan’s only victory after the series was already decided.

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Overview

  • South Africa were dismissed for 115 in 25.5 overs, with captain Laura Wolvaardt top-scoring on 28.
  • Nashra Sandhu returned 6-26 from nine overs with two maidens, figures Wisden notes are the best by a Pakistan player against a Full Member and the best against South Africa in women’s ODIs.
  • Pakistan chased 116 in 31 overs for a four-wicket win, anchored by Sidra Amin’s unbeaten 50 and a 65-run stand with Muneeba Ali (44).
  • South Africa took the series 2-1 after high-scoring first two matches that featured multiple hundreds from both sides.
  • India Today reported Sandhu became the first left-arm Asian spinner to claim a six-wicket haul in a women’s ODI, highlighting the performance as timely before the Women’s World Cup starting November 30.