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An innings-defining century by Sidra Amin propelled Pakistan Women to a commanding total of 255/4 in the first ODI against South Africa Women in Lahore. Opening the batting, Amin anchored the innings with a magnificent, unbeaten 121 from 150 balls, showcasing her class and determination. Her partnership of 147 runs with Muneeba Ali (76) for the second wicket was the cornerstone of Pakistan’s strong performance, setting a formidable target for the visitors. The innings was a testament to Amin’s recent purple patch and her growing stature as a key player for her side.
Sidra Amin’s landmark century and record-breaking achievements
Amin’s century at Gaddafi Stadium was not just a personal milestone but a record-breaking performance that further solidified her place in Pakistan’s cricketing history. This was her fifth ODI hundred, a feat that places her at the top of the list for most ODI centuries by a Pakistan woman. After her in the list is Javeria Khan, who has two centuries. Furthermore, this innings saw her join an elite group of international batters who have also scored five ODI centuries, a list that includes cricketing legends like Belinda Clark, Alyssa Healy and Jannette Brittin.
The innings also marked another significant achievement for the right-handed batter as she became the fastest Pakistan woman to reach 2,000 ODI runs, achieving the feat in a record 73 innings. This milestone surpasses the previous record held by Javeria (77 innings) and Bismah Maroof (85 innings), highlighting her remarkable consistency and scoring ability. Her innings also marked the completion of 1,000 ODI runs on home soil, a testament to her success in familiar conditions.
Pakistan’s dominant batting display against the South African attack
Pakistan’s batting performance in the first ODI against South Africa was a display of resilience and strategic accumulation. After losing opener Shawaal Zulfiqar early for a duck, Amin and Muneeba steadied the ship and built a game-changing 147-run partnership. They navigated the early pressure from the South African bowlers, with Muneeba Ali providing solid support and scoring a well-compiled 76. The partnership ensured that Pakistan had a strong foundation to launch an attack in the later stages of the innings.
While the run rate was controlled by the South African bowlers in the middle overs, Pakistan’s batters kept wickets in hand. The team reached 150 runs in just over 30 overs, with Amin reaching her fifty and later her century. Despite a few quick wickets towards the end, Pakistan’s lower order, led by Aliya Riaz, contributed valuable runs to push the total to a competitive 255. The team’s ability to capitalize on the start provided by the top order, even with a few late-innings setbacks, proved to be the key to their strong finish. The performance sets the stage for a compelling second half of the match.
Here’s how fans reacted:
5th Century for @SidraAmin31. No surprises. One of the most hardworking and committed players to play for Pakistan. Upwards and onwards #PAKWvSAW pic.twitter.com/sbZOYVosF6
— Sana Mir ثناء میر (@mir_sana05) September 16, 2025
Hundreds in ODI cricket for Pakistan Women:
Sidra Amin 5
Everyone else 4— CricCritic (@CricCritic2) September 16, 2025
What an outing for Sidra Amin. Completes 2,000 ODI runs, 1,000 on Pakistan soil and brings up her fifth century in the format. Superb knock.
— Shafqat Shabbir (@Chefkat23) September 16, 2025
Incredible batting by Sidra Amin. What a class batter. Absolutely love her for the job that she does.
— Kshitij Ojha (@Kshitij070) September 16, 2025
King of Womens Cricket!!!
Sidra Amin Complete 2000 International Runs in ODI pic.twitter.com/ROuqwQI99w
— Muhammad Waleed Khan (@immwofficial) September 16, 2025
https://twitter.com/Bilaljatt2000/status/1967947273792540779
Wohh wohhh, it’s a hundred for sidra Amin, a very brilliant and mature knock. Keep going girl.#PAKWvSAW #BackOurGirls
— Ayesha Masroor (@AyeshaMasroor56) September 16, 2025
Congratulations Sidra Amin for 5th ODI ton!! Keep going😁 @SidraAmin31
— Aiman (@aimanunver) September 16, 2025
The strike rate pundits might not be very fond of Sidra Amin, but she is genuinely one of the best top order ODI batters to come out of Pakistan. Hoping to see her have a good World Cup. https://t.co/eXzP01FCOu
— Kalyani Mangale (@MangaleKalyani) September 16, 2025
5️⃣th ODI hundred for Sidra Amin 🤩#women #cricket #pakvssa #SidraAmin #pakistancricket pic.twitter.com/46x0vSEIpm
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) September 16, 2025
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
