Jones continues good form to power England to another big win
Amy Jones starred with the bat once again as England Women beat Pakistan by 84 runs to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in their T20 International series.
Jones’ 89 and a 36-ball 55 from fellow opener Danielle Wyatt helped England reach 185 for five in their 20 overs.
FULL SCORECARD: Second T20I – England Women beat Pakistan Women by 84 runs
Anam Amin and Nida Dar took two wickets apiece for Pakistan, with Syeda Aroob Shah taking the other wicket to fall.
Iram Javed led Pakistan’s reply with 38 but, with only two others reaching double figures, they fell well short, making 101 for nine.
Katherine Brunt, Sophie Ecclestone and Mady Villiers each took two wickets as England eased to victory.
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