England comfortably beat Pakistan by 37 runs, regardless of a sub-par efficiency in an underwhelming one-day worldwide collection opener in Derby.
Chasing 244, Pakistan had been effectively set for a shock victory at 149-4 however fell brief regardless of a spirited effort to succeed in 206-9 from 50 overs.
Sophie Ecclestone starred with 3-26, with two wickets apiece for fellow spinner Charlie Dean and seamers Lauren Bell and Kate Cross.
Regardless of a complete margin of victory, England had been unconvincing as loads of batters made begins however did not kick on of their 243-9.
Six batters reached 20, with Alice Capsey’s 44 the highest rating, however none had been in a position to convert to a half-century.
On a sluggish pitch and outfield that was impacted by the week’s rain, Pakistan utilised their plethora of sluggish bowlers to frustrate England and prohibit their capacity to play with their desired aggression.
The previous T20 collection, which England swept 3-0, noticed Pakistan fail batting second in every sport however they confirmed improved grit and talent within the longer format amid ill-discipline from Heather Knight’s aspect, who conceded 31 in wides.
Captain Nida Dar added stands of 38 and 32 with Muneeba Ali, who made 34, and Aliya Riaz, who made 21, to offer England a slight scare in a flat middle-over part earlier than the decrease order unravelled because the hosts closed in on victory.
The three-match ODI collection continues at Taunton on Sunday.