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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 63061, member: 636"]
Pakistan enters the Women's ODI World Cup with a spin-focused attack led by captain Fatima Sana and the consistent batting of Sidra Amin. Former Pakistan cricketer Marina Iqbal believes the team has gained role clarity in batting but must perform across all departments to advance beyond the group stage. The squad will play all matches in Colombo, offering familiarity with conditions that favor spinners Nashra Sandhu and Sadia Iqbal.

Iqbal praised Sana as a natural leader who balances her dual responsibilities as captain and player. Amin has found form as an anchor at the top of the order while other players like Natalia Pervaiz and Omaima Sohail have begun contributing more consistently. The team qualified by defeating West Indies and Bangladesh in April's tournament.

Fielding remains a concern for Pakistan, particularly in pressure situations against elite opponents. Iqbal noted that dropped catches and missed run-out opportunities could determine match outcomes at the highest level. The squad must execute its game plan effectively to compete with top teams in the tournament.
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