Pakistan captain Fatima Sana sustains an injury scare during the team’s practice session in Birmingham ahead of Pakistan’s opening match in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 against India. Multiple reports say Sana is hit on the knee during nets on Saturday, when a shot from teammate Ayesha Zafar strikes her. Sana appears to sit out the rest of the session while dealing with the pain, but she later reassures the media that the injury is not serious. She says her condition improves and expresses hope of being available for the Group A clash on Sunday. The match is described as a high-profile India–Pakistan encounter, with Pakistan seeking a positive start in the tournament. The injury comes as Sana leads Pakistan for the second time in a Women’s T20 World Cup, with Pakistan having participated in every edition so far while still searching for its first title. The 2026 tournament also features an expanded field of 12 teams, increasing competition for all participating sides.
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana injured in practice ahead of Women’s T20 World Cup vs India
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana sustains an injury scare during the team’s practice session in Birmingham ahead of Pakistan’s opening match in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 against India. Multiple r...
- Fatima Sana, Pakistan’s captain, suffers a knee injury scare during practice/nets in Birmingham.
- Reports link the incident to a ball shot from teammate Ayesha Zafar hitting Sana’s knee.
- Sana later says the injury is not serious and that she is hopeful of playing against India.
- Pakistan’s match vs India is Pakistan’s opening Group A game in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
- The incident occurs ahead of the India–Pakistan match scheduled for Sunday at Edgbaston in Birmingham.
Birmingham: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana faced an injury scare ahead of her team's opening match against India in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday. Sana reportedly suffered a blow to her knee during a practice session on Saturday, raising concerns before the much-awaited India-Pakistan clash. However, the Pakistan skipper indicated that the injury is not serious and remains hopeful of taking the field for the Group A encounter.Huge blow for Pakistan Captain Fatima Sana suffered a right shin injury scare during net practice in Birmingham today. pic.twitter.com/W1O29NoUWb— Haseeb’s Talks (@jabhaikamkar) June 13, 2026 Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Sana explained that the injury occurred when a shot played by teammate Ayesha Zafar struck her knee during net practice. She added that her condition had improved and expressed confidence about being available for today's high-voltage match against India.Pakistan captain Fatima Sana suffered an injury scare after taking a hit on her right knee during nets ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 opener against India.Although she was visibly in pain and sat out the rest of the session, Sana later reassured media that the injury…— Stockflash (@StockflashApp) June 14, 2026 Sana is leading Pakistan for the second time in a Women's T20 World Cup. While Pakistan has featured in every edition of the tournament so far, the team is still searching for its first title. The challenge has become even tougher in the 2026 edition with the competition expanding to 12 teams.Pakistan Squad: Fatima Sana (captain), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab.IND Vs PAK: Edgbaston Sold Out As India Takes On Pakistan In ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group A ClashPakistan fixtures at Women's T20WC 2026:vs India, June 14, Edgbaston, Birminghamvs South Africa, June 17, Edgbaston, Birminghamvs Bangladesh, June 20, Hampshire Bowl, Southamptonvs Australia, June 23, Headingley, Leedsvs Netherlands, June 27, Bristol County Ground, Bristol
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