Sana Mir Rings the Iconic Bell at Lord’s for WTC Final Day 2

As if her ICC Hall of Fame induction wasn’t already an admission of her otherworldly talent, Pakistan’s former captain Sana Mir today rang the iconic Lord’s bell to signal the start of day two of the World Test Championship Final between Australia and South Africa.

Sana Mir’s induction into the ICC Hall of Fame just a few days ago celebrated her outstanding career, and today, standing in the hallowed Long Room with bell in hand, she epitomised not just cricketing excellence but also the growing recognition of women’s influence in the sport.

Update: Former Pakistan captain Sana Mir rang the bell at Lord's ahead of the start of Day 2 of the WTC final. What a moment 🇵🇰💚 #WTCFinal pic.twitter.com/m8kqBVgWA0

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) June 12, 2025

The ringing of the bell is a relatively new tradition that began in 2007. The bell, traditionally rung by a notable former player, heralds a new day of cricket and reminds players of the calibre of legends who have graced the turf. Sana Mir’s involvement at Lord’s sends a message of inclusion while honouring her historic first as the first Pakistani woman cricketer to be so honoured at the home of cricket.

This will be remembered as more than a ceremonial honour. With Sana Mir’s induction to the ICC Hall of Fame, her selection to ring the Lord’s bell, and the global spotlight on the WTC Final, this weekend stands as a milestone for women’s cricket. It cements the achievement of one of Pakistan’s most decorated players and symbolically paves the way for the next generation of talent.

As the second day’s play takes place, a chapter has been written not only in the history of Test cricket but also in the journey of women’s sport worldwide—and Sana Mir’s salute from the Long Room is a mark of how much ground has been gained.