Australia Women will be challenged by South Africa Women in the first semi-final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The match will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai on 17th October 2024 at 7:30 PM IST.
Australian Women’s team, as usual, have been in excellent form as a team. They have won all four games and were the only unbeaten side after the league stage. They defeated India despite missing skipper Alyssa Healy and Tyla Vlaeminck, which shows the insane depth they have in their squad. The Aussies will be eyeing their 8th appearance T20 World Cup final by winning this match.
On the other hand, South Africa women won 3 of the 4 games in the league stage. They lost to Australia in the finals of the last edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup and it’s a great opportunity for them to settle the score with the Aussies. The likes of Marizanne Kapp and Laura Wolvaardt will have to be at their best if South Africa wants to win this match.
AU-W vs SA-W: Probable Playing XIs
Australia Women: Beth Mooney (wk), Grace Harris, Tahlia McGrath, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown/Heather Graham
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klert, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka
AU-W vs SA-W: Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The pitch at Dubai was an excellent one for batting, especially in the second innings. There was some purchase for the spinners in the first innings and the pacers also got some movement initially. The pitch got better to bat on as the game progressed. Expect scores in the region of 150-160 in this match. Teams are expected to prefer chasing.
It will be a clear day with no chance of rain. The temperature will be around 32 degrees Celsius and humidity will be around 50-60% during the game.
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Top Player Picks for AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction
Beth Mooney (AU-W)
- Beth Mooney had a good start to the tournament but lost track in the last two games. She’s a key batter for her side at the top and will fetch points from wicket-keeping as well.
- Mooney has 289 runs in 6 innings at an average of 72.20 at a strike rate of 127.90 against South Africa in T20Is with 3 fifties. Try her as C/VC in Mini GLs/GLs.
Nonkululeko Mlaba (SA-W)
- Nonkululeko Mlaba has been in excellent form in this tournament. She has picked up wickets in all four matches and will be a top pick for your fantasy team.s
- Mlaba has 9 wickets in 4 matches at an economy of 4.62 and a bowling strike rate of 10.66. She will be a key bowler for her side in this match.
Laura Wolvaardt (SA-W)
- South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt is averaging 49.33 for her 148 runs in 4 matches of this tournament. She has performed consistently and will be a key batter for her side at the top of the order.
- Wolvaardt averages 50 against Australia in 6 innings for her 200 runs which includes a couple of fifties.
Top Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks for AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction
Ashleigh Gardner (AU-W)
- Ashleigh Gardner hasn’t been at her best in the four games till now but she’s a key all-rounder for her side and will contribute with both bat and ball.
- She has 6 wickets in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 and 31 runs in 4 games. Gardner will be an ideal C/VC pick.
Annabel Sutherland (AU-W)
- Annabel Sutherland has picked up 7 wickets in four matches. She’s been a key bowler for her side and has bowled the important overs.
- Sutherland is a big hitter but hasn’t got a lot of game time this tournament. Expect her to contribute with the bat as well if she gets the chance. A top C/VC option.
Marizanne Kapp (SA-W)
- Marizanne Kapp is the best player for South Africa. She’s a proven performer with both bat and ball. Kapp will be an excellent C/VC choice in fantasy cricket.
- She has 82 runs and 4 wickets in four games so far. Kapp has 96 runs in 3 innings against Australia in 2024 including a knock of 75 runs. She also has 2 wickets to her name.
AU-W vs SA-W Player to Avoid
Sinalo Jafta (SA-W)
- Sinalo Jafta will bat too low and she isn’t a great fantasy pick even at her best with the bat. She may fetch some points from wicket-keeping but isn’t a valuable pick in fantasy cricket.
Grand League Team for AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction
Small League Team for AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction
AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction:
Australia women have insane depth in their squad with both bat and ball. All the XI players in their squad are capable of winning games single-handedly on their day. South Africa women will have to be at their best to win this match. Australian women should win this game.
