Pakistan's Fatima Sana has etched her name in the record books by smashing the fastest fifty in women's T20I history. The 24-year-old achieved the feat off just 18 balls during a match against Sri Lanka in Karachi, surpassing the previous record held by India's Deepti Sharma.
Record-Breaking Innings
Fatima Sana's explosive knock came in the second T20I of the series, where she scored 52 runs off 19 balls, including 5 fours and 4 sixes. Her strike rate of 273.68 left the opposition bowlers stunned and the crowd in awe. The previous record for the fastest fifty was 20 balls, set by Deepti Sharma in 2019.
Match Context
Batting first, Sri Lanka posted a competitive total of 145/5. In response, Pakistan lost early wickets, but Fatima Sana's blistering innings turned the tide. She reached her fifty in the 15th over, helping Pakistan chase down the target with 4 wickets in hand and 2 balls to spare.
- Fastest Fifty: 18 balls
- Final Score: 52 off 19 balls
- Match Result: Pakistan won by 4 wickets
Reaction and Impact
Fatima Sana dedicated her performance to the team and fans. "I just wanted to play my natural game and contribute to the team's victory. This record is special, but the win matters more," she said. Her achievement has been widely celebrated on social media, with cricket legends praising her power-hitting.
This record adds to Pakistan women's cricket growing list of achievements, highlighting the team's rising standard in the international arena.
