Women's World T20 League 2024

Match 10: AU-W vs NZ-W

Preview

On Tuesday, October 8, all eyes will be on the Women's World T20 League 2024 as Australia, the six-time champions, host the confident New Zealand side. The White Ferns, who displayed total domination over India, are set to face off against the Australian team, led by skipper Sophie Devine. Despite a recent three-match T20 series defeat against Australia, Devine is confident in her team's preparation for the battle in Dubai.

Australia, having already experienced the slow pitch in Sharjah, understands its challenge. On the other hand, New Zealand will have to adapt quickly after playing on a fine batting wicket in Dubai. The contrast in pitch conditions adds an extra challenge to this high-stakes match.

The Kiwi's victory against India, where they defended 160 with ease, has undoubtedly boosted their morale. Offshore-based spinners Eden Carson and Amelia Kerr, the top two in the country, were fabulous during that victory. As Australia prepares to face Sri Lanka at Sharjah, they are acutely aware of the need for a massive turnaround in their batting line-up. The tension is palpable as they aim to improve their scores in the tournament.

Match Details

Match: AU-W vs NZ-W, 10th Match, Group A, Women’s World T20 World League 2024

Date: Tuesday, October 08, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM

Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

Pitch and Weather Report

In games played at Sharjah during the 2024 Women's World T20 League, teams batting first have successfully defended their total in three out of four games. Sharjah has proven to be a relatively neutral venue and might still provide that during the day. In case there is a day-night match, this may ensure that captains bat first to avoid that part of their team having to field in the evening heat.

The temperature in Sharjah for the match is likely about 32 degrees Celsius. Of course, humidity would rise as the game progresses, but what it promises its spectators is no indication of rain; thus, expect a full match.  

AU-W vs NZ-W Squads

AU-W: Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Beth Mooney, Georgia Wareham, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Annabel Sutherland, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown, Grace Harris, Kim Garth, Alana King, Tayla Vlaeminck

NZ-W: Sophie Devine (c), Isabella Gaze (wk), Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Hannah Rowe, Fran Jonas, Leigh Kasperek, Molly Penfold

AU-W vs NZ-W Probable Playing XIs

AU-W: Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Georgia Wareham, Darcie Brown.

NZ-W: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson.

Match Prediction

We are backing AU-W to win this match.

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