Fatima Sana

Awards & Honours

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Fatima Sana has quickly risen to become a pivotal figure in women's cricket, earning recognition for her exceptional bowling skills and leadership. Her selection as the captain of the Pakistan women's team at such a young age speaks volumes about her talent and the trust placed in her by the board. Reaching the semi-finals of the 2026 Women's Asia Cup as a captain, despite facing intense pressure and controversy, highlights her resilience and ability to perform under fire. Her contributions to the sport extend beyond statistics; she has become a symbol of determination for aspiring female cricketers in Pakistan.

AwardsWhile Fatima Sana has not yet accumulated a long list of individual trophy wins comparable to veteran players, her impact is recognized through key milestones. She was shortlisted for the PCB Emerging Cricketer of the Year award in 2020. Her performance at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham saw her finish as Pakistan's top wicket-taker, a significant achievement on the global stage. Additionally, her official appointment as captain for the 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup squad by the PCB marks a major recognition of her leadership capabilities.

Honours & Distinctions

Captain of Pakistan Women's Team

Pakistan Cricket Board·2024

Officially appointed captain for the 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup squad.

Top Wicket-Taker

Commonwealth Games·2022

Finished as Pakistan's top wicket-taker at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

Rankings & Lists

#72

Most Famous Person in Cricket

iFANN Global Fame Rankings·2026

Records & Feats

Youngest Captain to Lead Pakistan in Major Tournament

Career Milestone·2024

Became the youngest captain to lead Pakistan in the 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

Fastest Rise to National Captaincy

Career Milestone·2024

Rapidly ascended from domestic cricket to becoming the permanent captain of the national team within five years.