Following a commanding performance in the T20I series, where England swept South Africa with a resounding 3-0 victory, anticipation now shifts to an exciting three-match ODI series.
The opener is set to take place at the Diamond Oval in Kimberley on Wednesday, December 4. The hosts will be eager to bounce back with a strong performance, while the visitors aim to extend their dominance and maintain their winning momentum.
England Women tour of South Africa 2024, 1st ODI
- Date and Time: December 4: 12:00 pm GMT / 2:00 pm local/ 5:30 pm IST
- Venue: Diamond Oval, Kimberley
Diamond Oval Pitch Report:
The Diamond Oval pitch typically offers favourable conditions for both fast bowlers and spinners, especially in the early overs with the new ball. Batters can rely on consistent bounce, creating opportunities for a balanced and high-scoring game. Teams excelling on this surface may opt to bat first to set a commanding total.
SA-W vs EN-W, Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Amy Jones
- Batters: Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits
- All-rounders: Nat Sciver-Brunt, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk
- Bowlers: Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Nonkululeko Mlaba
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SA-W vs EN-W, Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Heather Knight (c), Laura Wolvaardt (vc)
Choice 2: Danni Wyatt-Hodge (c), Tazmin Brits (vc)
SA-W vs EN-W, Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Sophie Ecclestone, Tammy Beaumont, Alice Capsey, Chloé Tryon
SA-W vs EN-W, Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 4, 12:00 pm GMT):
Squads:
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Lara Goodall, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Chloé Tryon
England: Heather Knight (c), Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones (wk), Freya Kemp, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
Also READ: SA-W vs ENG-W, 2024: South Africa’s best playing XI for the ODI series against England
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
