I have seen a massive change in the perception, massive change in the number of girls participating on the streets and in the ground
Yet to win a match in the ongoing ICC World Cup, Pakistan women’s cricket team was hoping of replicate men’s Champions Trophy triumph in the ongoing ICC tournament. Despite losing, the Sana Mir-led women’s team has put up a brilliant show with the ball against arch-rivals India. Sharing her past experience, the Pakistan skipper said they were not allowed to play with the boys because the culture was quite different.
“We were not allowed to play on the roads with the boys because the culture was quite different. People would ask why a girl is playing cricket. In the last five-six years, I have seen a massive change in the perception, massive change in the number of girls participating on the streets and in the ground,” Sana Mir told ICC.
Pakistan women’s team has been struggling and that has been seen in their results. In the calendar year 2017, they have only managed to win two ODIs in seven matches they have played so far. However, Sana believes Pakistan’s win over India in the final is a huge booster for them.
“It’s a morale booster for all Pakistanis. We have been struggling with getting international cricket back home, we have been struggling at big tournaments and I think winning the Champions Trophy is a huge morale booster for the nation and we are all very proud of the way the boys have played,” she said.
“The whole nation is now backing us and following us. A lot of people are now aware of women’s cricket. There are lot of people who are following us on social media. We got a lot of messages from the men’s team. They are saying that now it’s your turn to do it,” Nain Abidi said.
“The Pakistan Cricket Board is helping us all the way. Even though we are not winning matches and tournaments, they continue to back us because they know we are talented, skilful and have the potential too well.
Its good that she has changed perception of society. Even though i am indian i support her spirit and dedication. She will surely inspire more girls to play sports and that is the need of the hour.
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