Pakistan commentator, aka former Pakistan captain Sana Mir, landed into a controversy while doing commentary at the Pakistan vs Bangladesh match at Colombo in the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup. She mentioned the word "Azar Kashmir" while referring to Pakistani player Natalia Pervaiz. However, she justified her comment later, clarifying that she had no intention to trigger political sentiments. Even though Mir didn't give an apology but a request to not politicize it. She took to her X account, where she said she claimed her commentary as a part of storytelling, something all commentators do. She even added a screenshot of ESPNCricinfo's to justify her remark. She wrote, "My comment about a Pakistan player’s hometown was only meant to highlight the challenges she faced of coming from a certain region in Pakistan and her incredible journey. It is part of the storytelling we do as commentators as where the players come from." She added, "I did that today for two other players coming from other regions, too. Please don’t politicise it. As a commentator on the World Feed, we are meant to focus on the sport, teams, and players, highlighting inspiring stories of grit and perseverance. There is no malice in my heart or any intention to hurt sentiments." It's unfortunate how things are being blown out of proportion and people in sports are being subjected to unnecessary pressure. It is sad that this requires an explanation at public level. My comment about a Pakistan player's hometown was only meant to highlight the challenges… pic.twitter.com/G722fLj17C — Sana Mir ثناء میر (@mir_sana05) October 2, 2025 Read also: Sana Mir’s “Azad Kashmir” Remark Stirs Women’s World Cup Row Bangladesh outclassed Pakistan in first match of WC Pakistan Women faltered with the bat as Bangladesh Women secured a clinical seven-wicket victory in the ODI clash. After opting to bat, Pakistan were bundled out for just 129 in 38.3 overs. The collapse began early with Marufa Akter striking twice in the first over to remove Sidra Amin and Omaima Sohail without scoring. Nahida Akter’s disciplined spell of 2/19 and Shorna Akter’s 3/5 rattled the middle and lower order, leaving Pakistan reeling despite fighting knocks from Fatima Sana (22) and Diana Baig (16*). In reply, Bangladesh chased down the target in 31.1 overs. Rubya Haider anchored the innings with an unbeaten 54, while skipper Nigar Sultana chipped in with 23. Sobhana Mostary’s quickfire 24* sealed Bangladesh’s comfortable win.