Pakistan celebrate after taking the final Sri Lankan wicket

Pakistan bounced back from defeat by India with a 57-run win over Sri Lanka at the Women's World Cup in Sydney.

It was their first win in 19 matches against Sri Lanka and gave them an excellent chance of making the Super Six phase of the tournament.

Pakistan totalled 161-7 from their 50 overs and then bowled out Sri Lanka for just 104, with medium-pacer Qanita Jalil taking 3-33 from eight overs.

"It was a performance to be proud of," said skipper Urooj Mumtaz.

Sri Lanka never recovered from losing their first three wickets with only 28 on the board and although captain Shashikala Siriwardene made 58 from 11 balls, she lacked the support necessary to steer them towards their target.

She was eventually run out by Javeria Khan and the game ended when Sana Mir, who had contributed an unbeaten 22 earlier in the game, had Sripali Weerakkody caught to finish with figures of 2-18.

"It was a complete team effort and every player played her role to perfection," said Mumtaz.

"The batters stayed at the wicket to ensure we played out 50 overs, while the bowlers bowled straight and were excellently backed up by the fielders.

"There is always a first time and I am glad that we ended our win drought in the World Cup and also against Sri Lanka."

Pakistan next play England on Thursday in their final first-round fixture and Mumtaz added: "Our feet are still on the ground as we know plenty of cricket still has to be played in the tournament and anything can happen."

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