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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will hold a Pakistan Super League-style (PSL) league next year for women cricketers, head of women’s wing Tania Malik announced on Wednesday.

Addressing a press conference at Gaddafi Stadium, Tania Malik said that PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja has also given the approval. The idea was to commence the league this year, but it was decided to stage from next year due to no space in the current window.

Tania praised Southern Punjab Cricket Association for taking the lead in promoting women’s cricket at the grass-root level. A T20 match will be played between Southern Punjab and Sindh on March 4. The match is taking place as part of the Women’s Day celebrations.

“Since taking office, women’s cricket has been facing difficulties. Efforts are being made to take steps for the promotion of women’s cricket and women to come forward in every field,” Tania added.

Tania Malik also hailed the performances of the women’s team as they have won two warm-up games in the World Cup, beating New Zealand and Bangladesh. “Our team combination is good, and hopefully, the team can progress in the final four,” she added.

Pakistan Women’s cricket team is currently in New Zealand where they will be playing their first match against arch-rivals India on March 6 at Bay Oval Stadium.

They will face Australia on March 8, South Africa on March 11, Bangladesh on March 14, West Indies on March 21, England on March 24, and New Zealand on March 26 in their campaign.

It must be noted Chairman Ramiz Raja had hinted at launching women and U19 PSL in his first press conference as chairman.