When play resumed, Muneeba Ali (9 not out) and Omaima Sohail (19 not out) got Pakistan off to a strong start before rain intervened yet again

Pakistan were left heartbroken as persistent rain washed away their hopes of a historic first-ever win over England in Women’s ODIs, with the ICC Women’s World Cup clash at R. Premadasa Stadium ending in a no-result on Wednesday.

Pakistan were cruising at 34 for no loss in 6.4 overs, chasing a revised target of 113 from 31 overs (DLS), when the heavens opened up again, forcing the umpires to call off the contest. The two teams shared points — a result that dents Pakistan’s chances of a semifinal berth after their third washout of the tournament. Read More

Earlier, Fatima Sana had delivered a spell to remember, claiming 4 for 27 in a devastati

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