**ICC Women’s World Cup: Rain Denies Pakistan Victory Over England**
*By Rajdeep Saha | Oct 15, 2025, 10:23 pm*
Rain once again played spoilsport during Match 16 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday. Pakistan had been dominant against England and appeared well poised for a victory. However, weather conditions had the final say, denying Pakistan a potential win.
England posted a total of 133 for 9 in 31 overs. In response, Pakistan began their chase with a revised target of 113 runs due to the rain interruption and were 34 without loss when the rain returned. Ultimately, the match was called off, resulting in a no result.
**Match Summary**
England struggled initially, losing key wickets and slipping to 79/7 after 25 overs before rain stopped play. Once the match resumed, it was reduced to 31 overs a side. England fought back somewhat, finishing at 133/9 after being 75/5 early in the final six overs. Pakistan’s openers had a steady start, putting up 34 runs in 6.4 overs before rain forced the abandonment of the game.
**England Manage 133/9 as Fatima Sana Shines With the Ball**
England’s innings saw wickets fall regularly as Pakistan maintained pressure throughout. Charlie Dean emerged as England’s top scorer, contributing a valuable 33 runs. Pakistan’s captain, Fatima Sana, was the standout performer with the ball, claiming an impressive four-wicket haul of 4/27 in her six overs. Sadia Iqbal also bowled maidens and picked up 2/16 from her six overs, further tightening the bowling attack.
**Current Standings: England Top, Pakistan Bottom**
With this result, England continue to lead the tournament standings. After four matches, they are unbeaten with seven points and a net run rate (NRR) of +1.864, edging out Australia who sit second. On the other hand, Pakistan remain at the bottom of the table with just one point from three games (one no result and three losses).
The rain may have prevented a conclusive result, but Pakistan showed promising form against one of the tournament favorites, hinting at greater challenges ahead.
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