Ireland Women Beat Pakistan Women by 4 Wickets, Clinch T20I Series 2-0 with Last-Ball Six

 🏏 Ireland Women Stun Pakistan Women to Seal ODI Series 2-0

The Ireland Women’s cricket team pulled off an incredible victory against Pakistan Women, winning by 4 wickets in a match that went right down to the wire. In a spectacular showdown at Castle Avenue, Dublin, Ireland Women defeated Pakistan Women by 4 wickets—with Jane Maguire smashing a six on the final ball to seal the win. This victory not only secured the match but also gave them an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match series, leaving Pakistan searching for answers.

📊 Match Summary & Key Moments

Pakistan Women batted first, setting a competitive but not impossible target. The batters showed some resilience, but Ireland’s disciplined bowling restricted them to a score that was always within reach.

In reply, Ireland Women displayed a calculated chase. Even though Pakistan’s bowlers tried to create pressure, Ireland’s batters held their nerve and chased the target in the final overs with 4 wickets remaining.

🌟 Top Performers of the Match

Ireland Women:

• Top-order stability was key, with batters rotating strike smartly.
• The middle order showed composure during crucial moments.

Pakistan Women:

• Star bowlers took key wickets but lacked consistency in the death overs.
• The batting lineup failed to post a big total despite good starts.

🔍 Turning Points That Changed the Game

1. Early Wickets for Pakistan – Ireland were 2 wickets down early, but a solid partnership rebuilt the innings.
2. Middle-Order Partnership – The 50+ stand in the middle overs gave Ireland control.
3. Death Over Composure – Ireland’s batters handled Pakistan’s pace attack smartly, avoiding risky shots.

📅 Series Overview

This series victory for Ireland Women will go down as one of their most memorable performances against Pakistan. Winning back-to-back matches shows that they have improved in both batting depth and bowling discipline.

For Pakistan Women, it’s a reality check. The team struggled with consistency, and their inability to capitalize on strong starts proved costly in both matches.

🏏 Pakistan Set Up a Strong Target of 168/6 

Batting first, Pakistan posted a competitive total thanks to contributions from:

• Muneeba Ali: Quickfire 27 off 22
• Shawaal Zulfiqar: 33 off 27, aggressive yet composed
• Natalia Pervaiz: Blistering 31 from 17 balls (5 fours)
• Sana Fatima: Vital finishing 23 off 16

Ireland’s bowlers fought back—Rameen Shamim took 3/36, supported by Sadia Iqbal and others. But the mark of 168 set the stage for dramatic chase.

📈 What This Means for Both Teams

Ireland Women:

• Boost in confidence ahead of future international fixtures.
• Young players gaining invaluable experience in high-pressure matches.

Pakistan Women:

• Need to rework batting strategies.
• Bowling must focus on death-over precision to avoid late collapses.

❓ FAQs – Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women Series 2025

❓ Who was the top scorer in the match?

✅ The top scorer for Ireland Women played a composed innings, anchoring the chase under pressure.

❓ How did Ireland Women secure the series?

✅ By winning the first two matches of the 3-match series, Ireland secured an unassailable lead of 2-0.

❓ Where was the match played?

✅ The thrilling encounter took place at a neutral venue known for its batting-friendly pitch.

❓ What’s next for Pakistan Women?

✅ They will look to bounce back in the remaining match and prepare for upcoming international tours.

❓  Was this Ireland Women’s first series win over Pakistan?

✅ While they have had individual wins before, this is among their most significant series victories in recent years.

❓ What was the result of the 2nd T20I between Ireland Women and Pakistan Women?

✅ Ireland Women beat Pakistan Women by 4 wickets, clinching the series 2-0.

❓ Who sealed the match for Ireland?

✅ Jane Maguire hit a stunning last-ball six—her first-ever international six—to win the game.

❓ Who starred with the bat for Ireland?

✅ Orla Prendergast scored 51, Laura Delany made 42, and Rebecca Stokell contributed a critical 34 to stay unbeaten.*

❓ Who performed well for Pakistan?

✅ Natalia Pervaiz’s quickfire 31, along with solid efforts from Muneeba Ali and Shawaal Zulfiqar, helped set the target of 168.