T20 World Cup 2024 Match 5: AUS vs SL Match Preview, Weather Report, Pitch Report, Predicted XI, Dream11 Team, and Live-Streaming Details

The 5th match of Group A in the Women’s T20 tournament will take place today, October 5, 2024, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Australia Women will face Sri Lanka Women, with the match scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM PST, 10:00 AM GMT, and 2:00 PM local time.

T20 World Cup 2024 Match 5 Preview

Sri Lanka suffered a 31-run loss to Pakistan in their Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 opener, with their batting lineup collapsing as nine players posted single-digit scores. Next, they face a formidable challenge against six-time champions Australia. Led by Alyssa Healy, Australia will be eager to start strong and aim for their fourth consecutive T20 World Cup title.

Despite the absence of Meg Lanning, Australia’s squad is well-rounded, with Healy, Beth Mooney, and Ellyse Perry expected to anchor the batting. Mooney’s excellent form is a huge advantage, while rising star Phoebe Litchfield could be a game-changer. Ashleigh Gardner and Alana King will play key roles with the ball.

T20 World Cup 2024 Match 5 Weather Report

During the local match time in Sharjah on October 5, 2024, the weather will be hot with temperatures ranging between 33°C and 37°C. Humidity will hover around 49%, and there is no chance of rain, making it a clear and dry day ideal for cricket.

T20 World Cup 2024 Match 5 Pitch Report

The pitch at Sharjah Cricket Stadium is known for being batting-friendly, especially in limited-overs formats. Expect good bounce and carry early on, but spinners may come into play as the match progresses, with the pitch slowing down and offering some turn​.

AUS vs SL Predicted XI

Australia Women: Alyssa Healy (c/wc), Beth Mooney, Elysse Perry, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Alana King, Tayla Vlaeminck, Megan Schutt

Sri Lanka Women: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Nilakshi de Silva, Hasini Perera, Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Sachini Nisansala, Udeshika Prabodhani

Dream11 Team for T20 World Cup 2024 Match 5

WK: Anushka Sanjeewani, Alyssa Healy

Batters: Beth Mooney, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Phoebe Litchfield

Bowlers: Sugandika Kumari, Annabell Sutherland

All-rounders: Elysse Perry (VC), Chamari Athapaththu, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner,

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