India Women vs Pakistan Women: In a pulsating encounter at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium on October 5, 2025, India Women beat Pakistan Women by 88 runs in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup. India batted first and scored 247 all out in 50 overs on a difficult, wet pitch. Pakistan folded for 159 all out in only 42.2 overs, giving India their second consecutive victory and the lead position on the points table. The match blended incisive bowling, gritty batting, and a splash of fielding drama to keep the crowds on tenterhooks.
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The match began under overcast skies, with recent rains making the ground sticky. India, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, decided to bat after winning the toss. Openers laid a good foundation, but the real drama played out in the chase. Pakistan’s top order collapsed early, courtesy of India’s strict lines. At the end, the Blue Brigade jubilated with abandon, lifting their net run rate to +1.2. Viewers around the globe watched with interest, with social media going into overdrive for the one-sided match. This encounter, belonging to Group A, maintains India’s winning run with Pakistan searching for momentum.
Tense Tussle: India vs Pakistan Run-Out Controversy
Fielding fireworks grabbed the centre of attention, particularly two run-outs that invited controversy. In the fourth over, Pakistan opener Muneeba Ali was given an LBW by Renuka Singh—umpires ruled not out. But as she drifted away from her crease, Deepti Sharma‘s quick throw left her short for a mere 2 runs. Critics branded it cruel as Muneeba was not running, but cricket rules affirm its fair play if the batter drifts. Soon after, in the 42nd over, Diana Baig dived so desperately but was short of her ground on Harmanpreet’s direct hit, out for 9. Pakistan’s camp later dismissed it, with Baig stating, “We move on—no big fuss.” These moments turned things around, with Pakistan now standing at 158/9.
Grand Battleground: India vs Pakistan Women’s World Cup 2025
The 2025 Women’s World Cup in Sri Lanka has been a cracker, and this match lived up to the hype. India, home soil favourites at this point, wanted to capitalise on their opening victory. Pakistan, rebuilding its momentum following a loss, were in need of a spark. The slow pitch would have suited spinners, but the Indian pacers decided to set the tone. With eight teams contesting semi-final places, this result keeps the table in disarray—India is top on six points, Pakistan is last with zero. Off the field, cultural animosity provided seasoning, but sportsmanship was evident in post-match handshakes.
Epic Snapshots: India vs Pakistan Women’s World Cup 2025 Highlights
Relive the magic: Pratika Rawal‘s consistent 31 held down the powerplay. Harleen Deol‘s 46 kept India going, while Richa Ghosh‘s unbeaten 35, including a six and fours, ignited the death overs. Kranti Gaud’s 3/20 dismantled Pakistan, including Natalia Pervaiz’s edge. Renuka Singh‘s maiden-less 0/29 in 10 overs choked runs. Sidra Amin’s determined 81 battled back, but Deepti Sharma’s 3/45 wrapped it. A 15-minute bug break mid-innings brought comic relief—rain swarms stopped play!
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Highlight |
Player/Event |
Key Performance/Details |
| Solid Powerplay Start | Pratika Rawal | 31 off 42 balls; partnered Smriti Mandhana for 48 runs, easing early nerves on a seaming track. |
| Middle-Order Resilience | Harleen Deol | 46 runs; kept India’s innings ticking amid wickets. |
| Fiery Finish | Richa Ghosh | Unbeaten 35; smashed a six and multiple fours in the death overs to boost the total to 247. |
| Bowling Masterclass | Kranti Gaud | 3/20; shredded Pakistan’s batting, including Natalia Pervaiz, caught at slip. |
| Stranglehold Spell | Renuka Singh | 0/29 in 10 overs; outswingers pressured openers without a wicket. |
| Lone Warrior | Sidra Amin | Gritty 81 runs; fought back with a 69-run stand, but couldn’t save the chase. |
| All-Round Wrecker | Deepti Sharma | 3/45; sharp fielding and wickets sealed Pakistan’s collapse to 159. |
| Bizarre Interruption | Bug Break | 15-minute halt mid-innings due to swarms from the rain, adding comic relief! |
Gritty Opener: Muneeba Ali
Pakistan’s wicketkeeper-batter Muneeba Ali promised fireworks but left early. Her run-out for 2 off four balls haunted the Greens. Aggressive opener by reputation, Muneeba’s error opened the floodgates, leaving Pakistan at 6/1. She later conceded that the pitch gripped, making footing challenging.
Steady Anchor: Natalia Pervaiz
Emerging Pakistani all-rounder Natalia Pervaiz sparkled with 33 off 46 deliveries, hitting four boundaries. Her 69-run partnership with Sidra Amin gave hope at 95/4. However, Kranti Gaud’s astute slower ball cut it short, caught off slip. Pervaiz’s composure promised well amidst the collapse.
Wily Spinner: Nashra Sandhu
Left-arm tweaker Nashra Sandhu struck gold, dismissing Jemimah Rodrigues LBW for 32 on review. Her spell of economical bowling snapped a crucial partnership at 159/5. Nashra’s guile sent India’s middle order into trouble, taking minimal runs on the turning pitch.
Swing Sorceress: Renuka Singh
India’s Renuka Singh was a nightmare, bowling 10 overs for 29 runs without a wicket. Her outswingers shattered Pakistan‘s openers, including putting pressure on Muneeba. Captain Harmanpreet praised her control as match-defining.
Village Hero: Kranti Gaud
Debutante Kranti Gaud stole the limelight, taking 3/20 and the Player of the Match award. The 22-year-old Madhya Pradesh prodigy clean bowled Sadaf Shamas and caught Pervaiz. “My village is dancing,” she smiled, attributing team practices for her blaze.
Powerplay Pioneer: Pratika Rawal
Teen gun Pratika Rawal set the tone with 31 off 42, combining with Smriti Mandhana to add 48. Her shots found gaps, putting early jitters on a seaming pitch at bay. Rawal proved mature beyond her years, aged 19.
India’s bowlers and fielders made opponents’ fantasies fizzle out, registering depth in pursuit of this World Cup. The harder challenges follow next—can the Blazers continue blazing?
FAQs
Which day is the India vs Pakistan match in 2025?
India Vs Pakistan match in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Where is the women’s world cup 2025?
The women’s World Cup 2025, the last match was held in R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Who won yesterday’s match, India vs Pakistan, in 2025?
India won the match by 88 runs from Pakistan.
Who was the man of the Match of the India vs Pakistan women’s match?
Kranti Goud was the Player of the Match in the India Women vs Pakistan Women ICC ODI World Cup 2025 clash. The 22-year-old seamer from Madhya Pradesh claimed 3 wickets for just 20 runs, dismantling Pakistan’s batting line-up on a tricky pitch and helping India secure an 88-run victory.
