India Women vs Pakistan Women: A look back at their last ODI clash in the World Cup 2022

Relive the last India Women vs Pakistan Women ODI clash from the 2022 World Cup, where Pooja Vastrakar and Rajeshwari Gayakwad starred in a dominant 107-run win for India.

India Women vs Pakistan Women (Image Credit: ICC)

The build-up to an India Women vs Pakistan Women match always brings extra intensity, given the historic rivalry between the two teams. Ahead of their latest encounter, it’s worth revisiting the last time these sides met in a One-Day International, during the 2022 Women’s World Cup in New Zealand.

In that group-stage clash, India chose to bat first and put up a strong total of 244 runs in 50 overs. While the top order set a platform, it was Pooja Vastrakar who made the biggest impact, producing a gritty knock of 67 runs lower down the order.

Her innings not only steadied India after a few quick wickets but also gave them the momentum heading into the bowling innings. The middle and lower order’s resilience ensured India crossed the 240-run mark, a score that looked challenging on the given surface.

On the bowling front, India delivered a clinical performance. Left-arm spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad proved to be the game-changer, picking up four wickets and breaking the backbone of Pakistan’s batting lineup. Supported by disciplined spells from the rest of the attack, India bowled Pakistan out for 137 runs, sealing a 107-run victory in commanding fashion.

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India’s edge in big tournaments

This result highlighted India’s consistency against Pakistan in ICC tournaments, where they have maintained an unbeaten record in the ODI World Cups. Vastrakar’s all-round ability and Gayakwad’s wicket-taking spells showcased the depth in India’s lineup, while Pakistan struggled to build partnerships under pressure.

As the two sides prepare to meet again, India will look to draw confidence from that dominant win in 2022. Pakistan, on the other hand, will aim to turn the tide and prove they are capable of challenging their arch-rivals. With both teams now boasting new talent and stronger lineups, the upcoming clash promises to be another memorable chapter in this storied rivalry.

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