The Women’s ODI World Cup: England campaign hit another rain-affected hurdle as their clash with Pakistan in Colombo ended with both sides sharing points after persistent rain washed out play on Wednesday (October 15, 2025). Despite a commanding bowling effort from Pakistan’s captain Fatima Sana, who took four wickets, the weather once again dominated proceedings in this rain-marred tournament.
Pakistan Shine Before Rain Returns
In the Women’s ODI World Cup: England vs Pakistan match, Fatima Sana’s disciplined spell of 4/27 dismantled England’s batting order on a seaming track. Pakistan reduced the four-time champions to 133 for nine in a 31-over-a-side contest. Only Heather Knight (18), Alice Capsey (16), and Charlotte Dean (33) managed to offer resistance. England were reeling at 79 for seven before rain interrupted play, forcing a lengthy delay.
When play resumed, Dean and Emily Arlott added a valuable 54-run stand to lift England past the 130-mark. Pakistan’s attack, led by Diana Baig and Sadia Iqbal, maintained relentless pressure throughout the innings.
Pakistan’s Hopes Dashed as Rain Ends Chase
Chasing a revised target of 113 under DLS, Pakistan openers Muneeba Ali and Omaima Sohail began confidently, guiding their side to 34 without loss in 6.4 overs. However, rain returned and never relented, leaving the Women’s ODI World Cup: England contest abandoned. The result meant Pakistan, still winless, earned their first point of the tournament, while England moved to the top of the standings with seven points.
Skipper Fatima Sana expressed disappointment, saying, “Today was the day we could beat them… it was not in our favour.” Meanwhile, England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt acknowledged Pakistan’s sharp bowling and said her team struggled to adapt to the moving ball.
Another Washout Adds to Tournament Frustration
This fixture became the third abandoned match of the Women’s ODI World Cup: England 2025 edition, following washouts involving Sri Lanka against Australia and New Zealand. England, with seven points and a superior net run rate, remain title contenders but face momentum concerns ahead of their next game in Indore. Pakistan, languishing at the bottom, are now virtually out of semifinal contention.
With unpredictable weather continuing to disrupt the Women’s ODI World Cup: England, the focus now shifts to ensuring that future fixtures see full action rather than frustrating washouts.
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