Dynamites team, led by Sidra Amin, set to go head-to-head against Omaima Sohail’s team, Challengers, in the 45-over final of the Pakistan Cup Women’s Cricket Tournament 2022-23.
The highly anticipated match will take place at Karachi’s State Bank Stadium on June 04, 2023, with live streaming available on the Pakistan Cricket Board’s official social media channel.
The toss is scheduled for 8:30, followed by the first ball at 9:00. This is not the first time these two teams have met in a final. On February 20, 2018, Dynamites emerged victorious with a massive 190-run win over the Challengers at Multan Cricket Stadium.
The champions of this year’s final will walk away with a prize money of Rs1 million and the coveted silverware, while the runners-up will receive Rs500,000. Additionally, the player of the match will earn Rs20,000, and the player of the tournament will be awarded Rs50,000.
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Before the final, Dynamites and Challengers clashed twice during the one-day phase of the tournament. In their first encounter on May 27, Dynamites secured a comfortable eight-wicket victory, but in their final-round match on June 2, Challengers snatched a thrilling seven-run win. These close contests set the stage for an evenly contested final.
Sidra Amin has been a standout performer for Dynamites throughout the competition. Topping the batting charts with 231 runs from four matches, including two half-centuries, she has demonstrated her ability to anchor the innings and provide stability at the top order.
However, Dynamites will be without their star player Bismah Maroof, who will miss the final due to prior family commitments. The team will look to Sidra’s exceptional form to lead them to victory.
Challengers, on the other hand, will rely on their captain Omaima Sohail, along with opening batters Javeria Khan and Javeria Rauf, who have consistently delivered excellent performances. Javeria Rauf currently stands second on the batting charts with 150 runs, while Javeria Khan occupies the third spot with 133 runs.
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In their previous encounter, Javeria Khan played a match-winning knock of 83 runs against Dynamites. Omaima Sohail has also contributed significantly with 108 runs from four matches, including a crucial 75-run innings that led Challengers to a five-wicket victory over Blasters.
When it comes to bowling, Dynamites hold the advantage. Spinners Ghulam Fatima and Nashra Sundhu have been exceptional throughout the tournament, claiming nine and seven wickets respectively. Their ability to take crucial wickets and build pressure will be vital in restricting the Challengers’ batting lineup.
However, Challengers possess their own bowling threat in the form of Noreen Yaqub, who sits at the third spot on the bowling charts with six wickets. Off-spinner Noreen could pose a challenge for Dynamites’ batters.
Omaima Sohail, captain of Challengers, acknowledged the thrilling victory over Dynamites in their previous encounter but emphasized that the final is a different ball game. She expressed confidence in her team’s talent and determination, highlighting the opportunity to showcase their skills and claim the trophy.
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Sidra Amin, captain of Dynamites, emphasized the importance of executing the basics and playing smart cricket in the final. Despite missing Bismah Maroof, she believes in her talented squad’s ability to rise to the occasion.
With an even head-to-head record in this one-day phase, the final promises to be a closely fought battle. Both teams are fully prepared for the challenge and are eager to emerge victorious in this high-stakes match.
