Pakistan will host the Women's 50-overs World Cup qualifiers this month, featuring six teams: Pakistan, Scotland, Ireland, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and the West Indies. The PCB is finalizing dates and venues, with Karachi, Multan, and Faisalabad under consideration. This marks Pakistan's first time hosting a multi-team women's ICC event, crucial for World Cup qualification.
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