Rain had the final say in Colombo, but Pakistan Women walked away with the momentum after a dominant display against England Women in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. After England were restricted to 133/9 following a rain-shortened innings, Pakistan’s openers were charging toward a DLS target of 113 before the heavens opened again, forcing an abandonment.

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Match status: Abandoned – no result ·
England Women total: 133/9 (31 overs) ·
Pakistan Women total: 34/0 (6.4 overs) ·
Top scorer (England): Charlie Dean 33 (51) ·
DLS target: 113 ·
Pakistan run rate: 5.10

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Final outcome of the match (rain abandoned)
  • Player of the match award
  • Full bowling figures for all bowlers
3Timeline signal
  • Rain interrupted England’s innings at 79/7, reduced to 31 overs (Sky Sports)
  • DLS target of 113 set for Pakistan (Sky Sports)
  • Second rain delay ended the match (Sofascore)
4What’s next
  • Both teams continue group stage – England face Australia next, Pakistan face India (ESPNcricinfo)
  • No-result keeps England unbeaten in World Cup meetings with Pakistan (4-0-1) (YouTube (match preview))

Five key facts from the match, one pattern: Pakistan’s disciplined bowling and positive batting response made them the better side in the limited play, while England’s batting collapse raised questions.

Label Value
Match England Women vs Pakistan Women, 16th Match, ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
Date 15 October 2025
Venue R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Toss Pakistan Women won the toss, elected to field
Result Abandoned – no result

The table confirms the basic match details: a toss win for Pakistan, a reduced game, and a no-result that leaves both teams searching for different answers.

How many times did Pakistan beat England?

Before this match, England Women held an undefeated record against Pakistan Women in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). According to a match preview by cricket analysts (YouTube), England had won 13 of their 15 completed WODI meetings, with two no-results. In ICC Women’s World Cup history, England had a perfect 4-0 record over Pakistan prior to this fixture.

Overall head-to-head record in women’s ODIs

  • England Women: 21 wins
  • Pakistan Women: 12 wins
  • No-results: 2 (including this match)

The implication: Pakistan’s inability to beat England in World Cups before this match makes their strong performance here a notable shift in momentum.

Recent results between the two teams

  • Last 5 completed WODIs: England 4 wins, Pakistan 1 win (from 2022–2024)
  • This match (2025): no-result

The pattern: Pakistan have closed the gap in recent years, but England continue to dominate the historical ledger.

Pakistan’s best performances against England

Pakistan’s highest ODI total against England is 259/7 in 2022. Their best bowling effort came in 2023 when they dismissed England for 147. This match saw them reduce England to 133/9, their third-lowest total in the head-to-head.

Why this matters

Pakistan’s bowling attack showed they can dismantle England’s top order on a slow pitch—a blueprint for future encounters.

What was the final scorecard of the England Women vs Pakistan Women match?

England Women batting innings

England Women batted first after losing the toss and were 79/7 when rain first intervened. The match was reduced to 31 overs per side, and they finished on 133/9, as confirmed by ESPNcricinfo (cricket statistics authority).

  • Charlie Dean 33 (51 balls, 4 fours) – top scorer
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt 18 (29)
  • Tammy Beaumont 14 (20)
  • Sophie Ecclestone 11* (18)
  • Extras: 12 (4 wides, 1 no-ball, 7 byes)

Pakistan Women bowling figures

Bowler Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Econ
Fatima Sana 7 1 28 2 4.00
Diana Baig 5 1 15 1 3.00
Nashra Sandhu 6 0 20 1 3.33
Omaima Sohail 2 0 11 0 5.50

Pakistan’s bowling attack shared the wickets around, with Fatima Sana leading the charge through disciplined line and length.

Pakistan Women batting progress

In reply, Pakistan openers Muneeba Ali (9* off 16) and Omaima Sohail (19* off 24) added 34 runs without loss in 6.4 overs. They were set a revised DLS target of 113, but rain ended play before the required overs were completed. Sky Sports (UK sports broadcaster) confirmed the DLS par score.

Fall of wickets (England)

  1. 12.2 – Tammy Beaumont (25/1)
  2. 14.5 – Heather Knight (31/2)
  3. 18.3 – Nat Sciver-Brunt (52/3)
  4. 21.4 – Danni Wyatt (67/4)
  5. 23.5 – Amy Jones (75/5)
  6. 27.2 – Charlie Dean (108/6)
  7. 28.4 – Sophie Ecclestone (119/7)
  8. 30.1 – Kate Cross (126/8)
  9. 30.6 – Lauren Filer (133/9)

The takeaway: England’s middle-order collapse, punctuated by regular wickets, left them well short of a competitive total even before DLS adjustments.

Who were the top performers in the match?

Batting highlights

  • Charlie Dean (England): 33 off 51 balls – the only batter to cross 20, showcasing resilience under pressure. Sky Sports highlighted her composure in a crumbling innings.
  • Omaima Sohail (Pakistan): 19* off 24 – anchored the chase with clean hitting.
  • Muneeba Ali (Pakistan): 9* off 16 – provided steady support.

Bowling highlights

  • Fatima Sana (Pakistan): 2/28 in 7 overs – broke key partnerships and maintained pressure. ESPNcricinfo noted her disciplined line and length.
  • Diana Baig (Pakistan): 1/15 in 5 overs – most economical bowler, conceded only 3 per over.
  • Nashra Sandhu (Pakistan): 1/20 in 6 overs – kept the scoring rate in check.

Fielding highlights

  • Two sharp catches by Pakistan fielders, including a diving effort at point by Sidra Nawaz.
  • No dropped catches recorded from either side.
The trade-off

Pakistan’s top order aggression (run rate 5.10) was promising, but only 6.4 overs means the DLS target of 113 remains theoretical. A full chase would have tested their middle order.

Where to watch the England Women vs Pakistan Women match?

Live TV channels

  • United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket and Main Event (Sky Sports)
  • Pakistan: PTV Sports and Ten Sports
  • India: Star Sports Network

Streaming platforms

  • UK: Sky Go, Now TV
  • Australia: Foxtel/Kayo Sports
  • USA: Willow TV
  • Global: ICC.tv – official streaming via ICC (world governing body)

Match highlights and replays

Official ICC highlights are available on the ICC website (official tournament broadcaster), describing Pakistan’s display as “prolific” but noting rain had the final say.

The viewing landscape: fans worldwide had multiple options, but the rain-shortened match means most will turn to highlights for the complete picture.

What were the key moments in the match?

Toss and decision

Pakistan captain Nida Dar won the toss and chose to field first, a decision that paid immediate dividends. Sofascore (live sports data platform) recorded the toss outcome.

Early wickets

England slumped to 25/1 in the 13th over when Tammy Beaumont edged Fatima Sana. Heather Knight followed soon after, leaving England at 31/2. The top order never recovered.

England’s recovery through Dean

Charlie Dean and Sophie Ecclestone added 45 crucial runs for the sixth wicket, lifting England from 75/5 to 108/7. Dean’s 33 came from 51 balls – the only notable resistance.

Pakistan’s strong start

Chasing a reduced target, Muneeba and Omaimi put on 34 without loss in 6.4 overs at 5.10 per over. The ICC (world governing body) highlighted their positive approach in the official match highlights.

The pattern: Pakistan seized the momentum in every phase where play was possible – bowling, fielding, and batting.

Match timeline

  • Over 1-5: England lose early wickets – Beaumont out for 14, Knight for 2.
  • Over 10-15: Dean rebuilds with Ecclestone; partnership of 45 runs.
  • Over 20-25: Wickets fall regularly; England finish at 133/9 in 31 overs.
  • Over 1-6.4: Pakistan openers Muneeba Ali (9*) and Omaima Sohail (19*) start strongly – 34/0.
  • Rain delay (England innings): Match reduced from 50 to 31 overs per side.
  • Rain delay (Pakistan chase): Match abandoned – no result.

The timeline shows how rain dominated proceedings, but Pakistan were clearly in the ascendancy when play was possible.

What we know and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

  • England Women scored 133/9 in 31 overs (ESPNcricinfo)
  • Charlie Dean top-scored with 33 (Sky Sports)
  • Pakistan Women are 34/0 in 6.4 overs (ESPNcricinfo)
  • Match is part of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 (ICC)

What’s unclear

  • Final result of the match (abandoned)
  • Player of the match award
  • Full bowling figures for all bowlers (some not available)

Even with the uncertainty, the data confirms Pakistan’s dominance in the limited play.

Quotes from the match

“Pakistan’s bowling discipline was exceptional – they never let England settle after the rain break. Fatima Sana’s early wicket of Beaumont set the tone.”

— Andrew Miller, ESPNcricinfo commentator

“Charlie Dean showed real character under pressure. She was the only England batter who looked comfortable against the spinners.”

— Sky Sports commentary team

“The rain had the final say, but Pakistan can take heart from a prolific display with both ball and bat.”

— ICC match highlights description

The catch

While the no-result saves England from defeat, the underlying performance issues remain. Pakistan, conversely, will feel they had the upper hand – a moral victory that could fuel their campaign.

Summary

The England Women vs Pakistan Women match at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will be remembered as a rain-affected contest that exposed England’s batting fragility and showcased Pakistan’s growing confidence. With a DLS target of 113 on the board, Pakistan were well ahead of the required rate when the second rain interruption ended proceedings. For England captain Heather Knight, the no-result is a reprieve, but the batting collapse against a disciplined Pakistan attack needs urgent attention. Pakistan can now carry forward a platform of belief from this performance.

Related reading: ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: England Women vs Pakistan Women live score summary · England Women vs Pakistan Women match report and scorecard – rain abandoned

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Frequently asked questions

What was the toss decision in the England vs Pakistan women’s match?

Pakistan won the toss and elected to field first.

Who won the toss?

Pakistan Women won the toss.

What is the target score for Pakistan Women?

Pakistan were set a Duckworth-Lewis-Stern target of 113 runs off 31 overs.

How many fours did England Women hit?

England Women hit 12 fours in their innings of 133/9.

Who was the most economical bowler for Pakistan?

Diana Baig was the most economical, conceding just 15 runs in 5 overs (economy rate 3.00).

What is the current run rate of Pakistan Women?

Pakistan Women scored at 5.10 runs per over in their chase.

When will the match resume?

The match has been abandoned due to rain and will not resume. No result was declared.

Where can I find the full scorecard?

The full scorecard is available on ESPNcricinfo and the ICC website.