Waheeda Akhtar

Waheeda Akhtar is a Pakistani cricketer known primarily for her right-arm medium-fast bowling and right-handed batting. Born on 10 April 1995 in Chiniot, Punjab, she has represented Pakistan at the international level and is regarded as a bowling asset for the women’s side.

With the ball, Waheeda has been used as a pace option, delivering useful spells and occasionally making breakthroughs. In WT20Is, she has picked up multiple wickets with best figures of 2/20, and in her limited ODI appearances she has shown promise despite fewer opportunities. Her batting contributions are modest, generally batting low in the order and often not required to play long innings.

Her role in the team is that of a specialist seamer who brings variation and balance to the bowling attack. As Pakistan’s women’s setup continues to evolve, players like Waheeda Akhtar add depth and flexibility, especially in conditions where seamers can exploit movement and change of pace.