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Biography
Shahnaz Sohail is a former Pakistani cricketer renowned for her contributions to women's cricket in Pakistan. Born on March 30, 1973, she made her international debut in 1997 and quickly established herself as a key all-rounder. Shahnaz gained recognition for her exceptional skills as both a right-handed batsman and a right-arm medium-fast bowler.
During her career, Shahnaz played in multiple ICC Women's Cricket World Cups, representing Pakistan in both One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). She featured prominently in the inaugural Women's T20 World Cup in 2009, contributing significantly to the team's performance and growth during a pivotal period for women's cricket in the country.
Shahnaz Sohail retired from international cricket in 2010 but has continued to be an influential figure in promoting women's sports in Pakistan. Her legacy includes inspiring a new generation of female athletes, as well as advocating for increased support and recognition for women's cricket at both grassroots and national levels.