BAN-W vs SA-W - SportsIstan

In the 16th match of the women’s T20 World Cup 2024, South Africa will lock horns with Bangladesh in Dubai on 12 October. South Africa Women have won two of their three matches and sit comfortably in second position in Group B. A win here, preferably by a big margin, will boost their chances of progressing further in the tournament. With just one win in three games, Bangladesh are currently third in the group. For them to stay alive in the competition, they need to win this match and hope other results fall in their favor. Pitch Report: BAN-W vs SA-W The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has a balanced surface, favoring both batters and bowlers. Scores of 160+ are achievable, and while the pitch remains consistent, the team batting first may have a slight edge given the history of high totals at this venue. Head-to-Head Record - BAN-W vs SA-W Matches Played14Won by Bangladesh Women2Won by South Africa Women11No Result1 Today’s Match Prediction - BAN-W vs SA-W South Africa Women enter this match as the favorites. They have a stronger and more balanced squad, with key players like Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp, and Sune Luus in great form. Bangladesh Women will need standout performances from their key players like Nigar Sultana and Rabeya Khan to create an upset. The team batting first is likely to have the upper hand due to the consistent nature of the pitch and the moderate scores expected. However, South Africa's depth in both batting and bowling makes them the more complete team heading into this contest. Probable Playing 11 - BAN-W vs SA-W Bangladesh Women Shathi Rani, Dilara Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana(w/c), Shorna Akter, Taj Nehar, Ritu Moni, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter South Africa Women Laura Wolvaardt(c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta(w), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka