Bismah Maroof

In Bismah Maroof’s transition, lies the transition of Pakistan women’s cricket. Having made her debut as a 15-year-old in 2006, Maroof has gone on to mature as an undisputed leader within the team - a calm and composed personality, she leads the team in fitness as well as prayers.

Ever since Sana Mir stepped down from captaincy, the Lahore southpaw has led Pakistan to a new era of high. While her batting talent was spotted early, from 2011 she was encouraged to contribute with her slow, loopy legbreaks. Arguably the greatest batter of the team, she has not only been one of Pakistan’s finest cricketers with both her skills but also paved the way to break new grounds off the field with a continued career after marriage, and post childbirth.