Pakistan Women bounced back strongly from their heavy defeat against India by beating Hong Kong, China Women by 72 runs in Match 11 of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Stadium. Pakistan posted 143 for 8 after being asked to bat first before bowling Hong Kong out for 71 in 19 overs.
The biggest highlight of the match was Nashra Sandhu’s brilliant bowling performance. The left arm spinner claimed a career best six wickets for just seven runs in four overs and played a leading role in Pakistan’s convincing victory.
Pakistan Recover From Early Wickets
Pakistan did not get off to the best start after losing Muneeba Ali for six and Gull Feroza for three during the powerplay. However, Shawaal Zulfiqar steadied the innings and played an important knock of 47 from 35 balls.
Zulfiqar struck six fours during her innings and combined with Ayesha Zafar to build a 47 run partnership. Zafar contributed 26 from 19 deliveries and helped Pakistan recover from their early setbacks.
Hong Kong then fought back through Joyleen Kaur, who produced an impressive spell. She finished with four wickets for 19 runs, dismissing Zafar, Zulfiqar, Sadaf Shamas and Eyman Fatima.
Fatima Sana Provides Late Boost
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana played an important role towards the end of the innings. She remained unbeaten on 24 from 24 balls and hit two sixes to help Pakistan reach a competitive total.
Pakistan eventually finished on 143 for 8 from their 20 overs. While Hong Kong had created pressure during the middle overs, Pakistan had enough runs on the board to put their opponents under serious pressure.
Hong Kong Lose Early Wickets
The Hong Kong chase got off to a disastrous start. Fatima Sana made an immediate impact with the ball by bowling Mariko Hill for a duck in the opening over.
Sadia Iqbal then struck with the very next delivery, trapping Hong Kong captain Natasha Miles lbw. Hong Kong were suddenly reduced to 1 for 2 and never managed to recover from the early damage.
Kary Chan attempted to keep the chase alive and fought hard for her 30 from 47 balls. However, she received little support from the other end as Pakistan’s bowlers continued to dominate.
Nashra Sandhu Produces Record Spell
The biggest story among the Pakistan Women vs Hong Kong Women highlights was Nashra Sandhu’s extraordinary spell.
Sandhu claimed six wickets for only seven runs in four overs. She dismissed Yasmin Daswani through a caught and bowled dismissal before clean bowling Marina Lamplough, Alison Siu and Iqra Sahar.
She also picked up the wickets of Maryam Bibi and Shanzeen Shahzad through outside edges. Her sensational figures of 4 0 7 6 completely dismantled Hong Kong’s batting lineup.
Hong Kong were eventually bowled out for 71 in the 19th over, giving Pakistan a 72 run victory. Sandhu was named Player of the Match for her career best performance.
Pakistan Secure Semi Final Qualification
This Pakistan vs Hong Kong Women’s Asia Cup result proved crucial for Pakistan’s campaign. With two victories from three group matches, Pakistan secured second place in Group A behind India and qualified for the semi finals.
Hong Kong, China, meanwhile, ended their campaign without a win after suffering defeats against Thailand, India and Pakistan.
Pakistan will now carry renewed confidence into the knockout stage after responding strongly to their loss against India. Sandhu’s outstanding performance also provides the team with a major boost heading into the semi finals.
