In a heartwarming update that has delighted fans worldwide, former Pakistan women’s cricket captain Bismah Maroof joyfully announced the birth of her second child, a baby boy.
The 34-year-old shared an endearing photo featuring the tiny legs of her newborn and the caption read, “Alhamdulillah! Family of three turned into four, feeling so grateful to welcome Fatima’s little brother.” This milestone comes after she and her family celebrated the arrival of daughter Fatima, marking a beautiful new chapter for the cricket icon who retired from international cricket just last year.
Maroof’s journey from the pitch to parenthood underscores her enduring grace under pressure, a trait that defined her 18-year international career. She made her ODI debut on December 13, 2006, against India in Jaipur, stepping into a high-stakes rivalry that would shape her legacy. Over 136 ODIs, she amassed 3,369 runs at an average of 29.55 and a strike rate of 58.27 across 132 innings, including 21 half-centuries. Her all-round prowess shone through with the ball too, claiming 44 wickets in 70 innings at an average of 26.68 and an economy of 4.00, highlighted by a standout four-wicket haul.
Transitioning seamlessly to the shorter format, Maroof debuted in T20Is on May 29, 2009, against Ireland in Dublin. In 140 matches, she scored 2,893 runs in 134 innings at an average of 27.55 and a blistering strike rate of 91.34, featuring 12 half-centuries. She further bolstered Pakistan’s attack with 36 wickets in 63 innings at an average of 22.77 and an economy of 5.62, proving her value as a versatile match-winner.
Leadership came naturally to Maroof, who captained Pakistan across all formats until stepping down in March 2023, paving the way for Nida Dar to take the helm. Her retirement announcement on April 25, 2024, closed a remarkable chapter, but her influence lingers in Pakistan women’s cricket, inspiring a new generation amid the sport’s global surge.
As Maroof embraces motherhood once more, fans flood her post with congratulations, blending personal joy with admiration for her trailblazing career. This family expansion feels like a fitting encore to a life of resilience and excellence.
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