The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled former Pakistan captain Sana Mir as the ambassador for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier on Wednesday.
Mir, who has captained Pakistan in 137 international matches, will be monitoring the 10-team tournament, where the two finalists will qualify for the Women’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.
The former captain expressed excitement to be part of the tournament as an ambassador, hoping to witness some great cricketing action as ten teams battle out for two coveted spots.
“Other than the big qualification opportunity for two teams, the tournament will provide excellent exposure to the Associate Member teams and their players,” said Sana Mir.
“The women’s game has become more and more competitive in recent years and the 10 nations involved in the Qualifier possess a number of quality players.
The former all-rounder has represented Pakistan in several qualifying events during her 14-year career and will share her experience with the players participating in the tournament.
“My aim is to talk to the various teams and players during the Qualifier and help guide them on how to deal with the pressure of these events and what it takes to succeed.
“Pakistan had a great record in these events, and I in particular have fond memories of the 2008 edition of the 50 over World Cup qualifier event that I played.
She along with Netherlands’ Caroline de Fouw jointly won the Player of the Series award during the 2008 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifying Series.
