Pakistan, April 11 -- Pakistan delivered a strong performance to beat Scotland by six wickets in a rain-shortened ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier. The match, played at the LCCA Ground in Lahore, was reduced to 32 overs per side. Pakistan chased down the 187-run target with eight balls to spare.

Fatima Sana led the bowling attack with a fiery spell, taking 4 wickets for just 23 runs in 5 overs. Scotland managed 186-9, with captain Kathryn Bryce standing out. She scored a brilliant 91 off 96 balls, hitting 10 fours and a six.

In reply, Pakistan stumbled early, losing two quick wickets for 36 runs. However, Muneeba Ali and Aliya Riaz built a match-winning 93-run partnership. Muneeba scored 71 off 72 balls, while Aliya remained unbeaten on ...