Pakistan’s clash against New Zealand turned out to be another damp squib in Colombo after their Women’s World Cup match at the R. Premadasa Stadium was called off due to persistent rain. Showers have continued to play spoilsport at the venue, with this being the fourth game to be abandoned. The result also meant South Africa became the second team after Australia to secure a semi-final berth.

With the washout, Pakistan collected their second point but remained at the bottom of the table. New Zealand, on the other hand, stayed fifth with a net run rate of -0.245. The White Ferns now face a tough road ahead with matches against four-time champions England and hosts India still to come in the group stage.

After opting to field first, New Zealand saw Pakistan make a cautious start through Om

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