The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has responded to recent comments made by former women’s team captain Sana Mir, addressing her criticism about the scheduling of the National Women’s One-Day Tournament. The PCB called her statements “factually inaccurate” and clarified that the tournament’s timing aligns with the new domestic season, starting after the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. This response comes amid growing public discussions about player workload, scheduling priorities, and transparency in communication.
Sana Mir’s Critique Sparks Debate
Sana Mir, a respected voice in Pakistan’s cricket community, took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to raise concerns over the 50-over tournament being scheduled after the Women’s World Cup. She questioned its value, especially since the national team will play only three ODIs in the build-up to the event.
Mir suggested that resources and planning should focus on preparation before the World Cup, rather than holding domestic events afterward. She urged fans and officials to shift from “praising inefficiency” to promoting “constructive criticism.”
Her comments gained traction, sparking a debate about the PCB’s planning and its impact on player performance and development.
PCB Responds With Clarification
In an official response, a senior member of the PCB Women’s Wing said that Mir’s comments were made without proper understanding of the broader scheduling strategy. The board explained that the National Women’s One-Day Tournament is part of the 2025-26 season and was never intended as a World Cup preparatory event.
The official described her remarks as “hasty” and emphasized that the World Cup marks the conclusion of the ongoing 50-over cycle. The tournament in question begins the new cycle, starting with matches from November 10 to 23, 2025, in Karachi — after the World Cup wraps up.
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Player Wellbeing Remains a Priority
Addressing concerns about overburdening players, the PCB highlighted its focus on athlete wellbeing. The board outlined a packed but balanced schedule from July to November 2025. This includes:
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A 25-day fitness and skills camp with 50-over practice matches
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An overseas T20I series
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A home ODI series
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The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India and Sri Lanka
Officials emphasized that each activity is strategically placed to ensure players are physically and mentally prepared while avoiding fatigue.
World Cup Preparations Already Underway
The PCB reassured critics that serious preparations for the World Cup began months in advance. The women’s team remained unbeaten in the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier held in April 2025. They also took part in the National Women’s T20 Tournament in May, keeping them match-fit and game-ready.
The ongoing training camps are specifically designed to simulate match conditions and sharpen players’ 50-over skills, indicating that the board’s approach is not reactionary but part of a larger performance plan.
Sana Mir Responds Again
Following the PCB’s clarification, Sana Mir returned to social media to explain her earlier remarks. She reiterated her concerns but acknowledged the information shared by the board. Her response underscored the need for open, respectful dialogue between stakeholders to help Pakistan women’s cricket grow stronger.
Looking Ahead
The exchange between the PCB and Sana Mir reflects a deeper need for transparency, communication, and collaboration in women’s cricket. While the board’s long-term strategy appears structured, the backlash shows there is room for better stakeholder engagement.
As women’s cricket in Pakistan continues to evolve, voices like Mir’s, paired with timely responses from the board, can help shape a more inclusive and informed path forward.
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