Pakistan’s Fatima Sana Embraces Pressure Ahead of India Clash
Pakistan’s captain, Fatima Sana, is determined to guide her team to victory in their upcoming match against India, despite the immense pressure that comes with such a high-stakes encounter. Pakistan’s recent success, including a resounding win over Sri Lanka in their tournament opener, has instilled a sense of confidence within the team.
Under the guidance of coach Mohammad Wasim, Pakistan has adopted innovative practices from the Pakistan Super League, such as data analysis and an emphasis on range-hitting. This approach has paid dividends, with the team posting their highest T20I total of 181 against South Africa.
Sana, who is known for her all-around abilities, has played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s batting resurgence. She believes that the team’s newfound confidence in their power-hitting abilities has been a key factor in their success.
“In the last South Africa series, our team hit six sixes in one match,” Sana said. “I think the girls believe that even if the fielders are standing behind, if they hit, they can go for six.”
Wasim has worked closely with Sana and other players to improve their range-hitting techniques. He has also encouraged them to adopt an attacking mindset, which has helped them to put pressure on opposing bowlers from the outset.
Sana’s own performance against Sri Lanka, where she scored a crucial 20-ball 30, is a testament to her commitment to leading by example. She is determined to continue improving her all-around game and become the “number one all-rounder.”
“I always wanted to be the number one all-rounder,” Sana said. “Sir [Wasim] has played a big role in this. He has helped me a lot. Our power-hitting coach, he has helped a lot of girls. I think all the credit goes to him because he has given us the belief that you can become an all-rounder.”
As Pakistan prepares for their match against India, Sana is confident that her team can rise to the occasion. She believes that their recent success and the support of their coaching staff will give them the edge they need to secure a victory.
