Fatima Sana, Sadia Iqbal, Muneeba Ali Shine in 3rd T20I vs South Africa

Jordan Hartwell

Published: February 16, 2026 11:19 AM ET

Fatima Sana, Sadia Iqbal, Muneeba Ali Shine in 3rd T20I vs South Africa

The third and final T20I match between Pakistan Women and South Africa Women will occur on February 16 at the Diamond Oval in Kimberley. The Pakistan Women’s team is eager to secure a win after a challenging period, having not won a match in months.

Key Players: Fatima Sana, Sadia Iqbal, and Muneeba Ali

As the series reaches a climax, several players from Pakistan are under the spotlight, particularly Fatima Sana, Sadia Iqbal, and Muneeba Ali. Each is crucial for the team’s hope of avoiding a series whitewash.

Fatima Sana

Fatima Sana, the captain of the Pakistan side, has been integral to her team’s performance. In her T20I career, she has amassed 516 runs across 33 innings, boasting a strike rate of 128. She also has 41 wickets from 49 innings, with an economy rate of 7. Although her performance in the second match was below par, she shone in the first game with a remarkable 90 runs against South Africa. Sana is under pressure but aims to lead her team to victory.

Sadia Iqbal

Sadia Iqbal has established herself as a reliable bowler for Pakistan. In 52 T20I innings, she has taken 64 wickets, maintaining an impressive economy of 5. In the previous match, Iqbal was instrumental, claiming two crucial wickets while conceding only 15 runs. As the team looks to regain its footing, her consistent wicket-taking ability will be vital.

Muneeba Ali

Muneeba Ali, the wicket-keeper batter, has been a significant contributor over recent years. She has scored 1,471 runs from 80 T20I innings at a strike rate of 96. However, her struggle in the ongoing series, with only 28 runs, has drawn attention. Ali aims to deliver a standout performance to rejuvenate her confidence and boost her team’s chances against South Africa.

Looking Ahead

As the date approaches, expectations are high for the players to rise to the occasion. Their performances will be vital in determining the outcome of the match, as Pakistan seeks to finish the series on a high note.