Pakistan women’s cricket team captain Fatima Sana has revealed that MS Dhoni is her idol and leadership inspiration ahead of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. Read her statement, reactions, and what it means for Pakistan’s campaign.
Before the 2025 World Cup, Pakistan captain Fatima Sana says MS Dhoni is her idol.
When Fatima Sana, the captain of the Pakistan women’s cricket team, said openly that MS Dhoni is her idol and the largest influence on her leadership style, it shocked the cricket world. Her statement has caused a lot of talk in the cricket world because the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 starts on September 30.
Fatima Sana’s Admiration for MS Dhoni
Fatima talked about how she grew up watching Dhoni make calm decisions, lead his team well, and trust his teammates. She appreciated how well he could win under duress, whether it was with the Indian national team or the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL.
She said:
“MS Dhoni is my hero.” I want to learn how to be calm, how to lead, and how to always support my players when things get tough. That’s the kind of captain I want to be for Pakistan.
Context: Women’s World Cup 2025
The Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 starts on September 30. Pakistan will play Bangladesh in Colombo on October 2 to start their campaign. The India vs. Pakistan match that everyone has been waiting for will take place on October 5. Everyone will be watching Fatima’s leadership.
Her statement is especially shocking because India and Pakistan have a long history of fighting. It’s both brave and new for a Pakistani captain to openly say that an Indian cricket star is her role model.
Why This Is Important
- Cross-Border Respect: It shows how cricket goes beyond borders and rivals.
- Leadership is important to Fatima: she admires not only Dhoni’s ability but also his mental toughness and captaincy style.
- Fatima’s attitude could motivate the squad to aim higher as Pakistan tries to make it to the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup for the first time.
Pakistan’s Chances in the Tournament
Pakistan is looking better than ever with Fatima Sana in charge. If she can copy even a little bit of Dhoni’s style—like being calm under pressure, putting players in the right places, and believing in her team—Pakistan might be a dark horse at the World Cup.
Conclusion
Fatima Sana’s speech highlights how great people like MS Dhoni can inspire people all around the world. Her praise shows that Dhoni’s impact goes beyond India and has set a global benchmark for great captaincy.
As the countdown to the Women’s World Cup 2025 begins, everyone will be watching to see if Fatima Sana can lead her side with the same calmness and commitment that made Dhoni a cricketing legend.
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