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Umm-e-Hani Replaces Injured Rameen in Pakistan Women's Squad for SA Tour

The Pakistan women's national selection committee has brought in off-spinning all-rounder Umm-e-Hani to replace the injured Rameen Shamim for the white-ball tour of South Africa. Rameen sustained a left-hand thumb dislocation during training and is expected to be out for four to six weeks. Umm-e-Hani's promotion to the senior squad has led to Omaima Sohail replacing her in the Pakistan Women's 'A' team for the ACC tournament. The tour begins with three T20Is in February, serving as key preparation for the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

Key Points: Pakistan Women's Squad Update for South Africa Tour

  • Rameen Shamim injured with thumb dislocation
  • Umm-e-Hani called up as replacement
  • Omaima Sohail takes Umm-e-Hani's 'A' team spot
  • Tour serves as prep for 2026 T20 World Cup
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Umm-e-Hani replaces injured Rameen in Pakistan women's white ball squads for SA tour

Off-spinner Umm-e-Hani replaces injured Rameen Shamim in Pakistan women's ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming South Africa series.

"The batter is expected to remain sidelined for four to six weeks - PCB"

Karachi, Feb 3

The Pakistan women's national selection committee has named off-spinning all-rounder Umm-e-Hani as a replacement for the injured Rameen Shamim in the ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming tour of South Africa, which will commence on February 10.

Rameen sustained a left-hand thumb IPJ dislocation during a training session at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. The PCB said the batter is expected to remain sidelined for four to six weeks and has begun her rehabilitation process with immediate effect.

Umm-e-Hani was recently appointed captain of Pakistan Women's 'A' for the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament. As a result of her selection for the South Africa tour, Omaima Sohail has been named as her replacement in the squad.

Meanwhile, Hafsa Khalid has been appointed captain of Pakistan Women's 'A' for the upcoming 20-over tournament to be held in Bangkok, Thailand.

The Pakistan women's South Africa tour begins with three T20Is in Potchefstroom, Benoni, and Kimberley on 10th, 13th, and 16th February, which will serve as crucial preparation for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in June to be held in England.

The two sides will then compete in a three-match ODI series whose first match will be played on February 22 at Bloemfontein. Pakistan's tour will end with the final ODI on March 1st at Durban.

The Pakistan Women's T20I squad will depart for South Africa on February 7, while the Pakistan Women's 'A' squad is set to leave for Bangkok on February 10.

Pakistan Women's updated squads

T20I squad:

Fatima Sana (captain), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza (wicket-keeper), Humna Bilal, Muneeba Ali (wicket-keeper), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Umm-e-Hani, Sadia Iqbal, Saira Jabeen, Sidra Amin, Tasmia Rubab, and Tuba Hassan

ODI Squad:

Fatima Sana (captain), Aliya Riaz, Ayesha Zafar, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali (wicket-keeper), Najiha Alvi (wicket-keeper), Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Umm-e-Hani, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah and Tasmia Rubab.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see the bench strength being utilized. Omaima Sohail replacing Hani in the 'A' squad and Hafsa Khalid getting the captaincy there shows we have options. The focus should be on T20 World Cup prep in South Africa conditions.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan, it's always exciting to see new players get a chance on the international stage. Best of luck to Umm-e-Hani. The schedule looks packed – hope the team manages the travel between SA and Thailand for the 'A' team well.
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Aditya G
The squads look balanced. Fatima Sana leading in both formats is a big responsibility. My only respectful criticism: I hope the team management has a clear plan for the batting order. Sometimes our top order collapses too easily in foreign conditions.
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Nisha Z
Tough break for Rameen, get well soon! Umm-e-Hani has earned this call-up. The women's game is growing so fast in our region. Good to see parallel tours happening for the main and 'A' teams. More exposure is key! 💪

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