Pakistan Cricket Board has named 20-year-old Eyman Fatima an uncapped talent for the upcoming three-match Women’s T20 International T20 iSeries against Ireland in Dublin. Her selection reflects both her impressive recent form and a growing shift toward nurturing youth in Pakistan’s women’s cricket.
Fatima’s Journey From Domestic Star to International Cricket Prospect
Eyman Fatima is quickly becoming one of the most exciting young names in Pakistan’s women’s cricket. Her rise from domestic tournaments to earning a place in the national squad has captured the attention of fans and selectors alike. The 20-year-old right-handed batter has shown that talent, when combined with hard work and consistent performance, can lead to big opportunities.
Eyman’s breakthrough came during the National Women’s T20 Tournament held in Karachi in May. Playing against some of the best talent in the country, she delivered a stunning performance, scoring an impressive total of 287 runs in just eight matches.
This performance not only highlighted her aggressive batting style but also her consistency and maturity at such a young age. Cricket analysts began to take notice, and her name soon appeared on the radar for national selection.
Eyman is no stranger to the international cricket scene. In 2023, she represented Pakistan in the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup, where she displayed solid skills and gained valuable experience playing on the global stage.
While the under-19 level is a step below the senior international format, it is often a proving ground for future stars. For Eyman, this exposure helped her grow as a cricketer and prepared her for the pressures of representing her country at higher levels.
Building a Youthful, Powerful Batting Line-Up
Eyman is the sole uncapped player in the squad led by captain Fatima Sana, an all-rounder coming off a strong season herself. The rest of the 15-woman squad combines experienced performers with emerging talents. Players like Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, and established keeper Muneeba Ali add stability. Meanwhile, bowlers spin all-rounder Nashra Sundhu, leg-spinner Tuba Hassan, and pacers like Waheeda Akhtar .
Pakistan’s inclusion of a rising batter like Eyman signals a strategic shift: selectors appear focused on integrating aggressive, young talent to address recent struggles in the middle order, particularly under pressure situations a weakness that hampered them in recent major tournaments.
Experienced Leadership and a Well-Balanced Women’s Cricket Team for Ireland Tour
Experienced Leadership and a Well-Balanced Women’s Cricket Team for Ireland Tour
Fatima Sana, who has now grown into a dependable leader, will captain the Pakistan women’s cricket team during the upcoming tour of Ireland. Not only is she known for her batting skills, but she also contributes as a useful part-time spinnergiving her extra value as a genuine all-rounder.
Her leadership on and off the field will play a key role, especially in helping the team stay focused, confident, and united under pressure.
The Pakistan Cricket Board and selectors have taken a thoughtful approach in building this squad. They’ve combined the energy and passion of young, aggressive batters with the steady presence of experienced all-rounders and specialist bowlers. This mix of youth and experience adds depth to the side and gives the team more options depending on match situations.
