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The unbeaten Indian Women’s cricket team takes on South Africa Women in the first T20I of a three-match series, following their comprehensive victories in the ODIs and the one-off Test. The series opener will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the IN-W vs SA-W match.
Match Preview
South Africa Women will be desperate to salvage some pride after a string of losses in India. While they have shown glimpses of competitiveness, they haven’t been able to cross the finish line. The T20 format presents a fresh opportunity for them to turn things around.
India, on the other hand, are on a winning streak. They have won all of their last five games. Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma, along with the middle-order consisting of Jemimah Rodrigues and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur. The bowling attack, featuring Renuka Singh and Deepti Sharma, has been equally impressive.
Match Details
Match:India Women vs South Africa Women, 1st T20IDate:Friday, July 5, 2024Time:7:00 PM (IST)Venue:MA Chidambaram Stadium, ChennaiLive Streaming:Fancode
Probable Playing XI
India Women
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, D Hemalatha, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Asha Sobhana/Shreyanka Patil, Renuka Thakur.
South Africa Women
Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Anneka Bosch, Nadine de Klerk, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeka Mlaba.
Pitch Report
The pitch at this venue is a balanced one with equal opportunities on offer for both departments. Teams batting first have enjoyed a slight advantage at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Spinners are likely to play a crucial role, and the toss could prove to be a vital factor.
Player Stats In ODI Series
Most Runs
PlayerRunsSmriti Mandhana343 RunsLaura Wolvaardt200 RunsHarmanpreet Kaur155 RunsMarizanne Kapp145 RunsTazmin Brits61 Runs
Most Wickets
PlayerWicketsDeepti Sharma6 WicketsAsha Sobhana4 WicketsAyabonga Khaka4 WicketsNonkululeko Mlaba4 WicketsPooja Vastrakar4 Wickets
IN-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team
IN-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction For 1st T20I of South Africa Women tour of India 2024
Wicket-Keeper: Richa Ghosh
Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Shaali Verma
All-Rounders: Marizanne Kapp, Deepti Sharma, Nadine de Klerk
Bowlers: Ayabonga Khaka, Renuka Singh Thakur, Asha Sobhana
Captain: Smriti Mandhana
Vice-Captain: Marizanne Kapp
Disclaimer: The composition of this fantasy team is built upon the author’s understanding, analysis, and intuition, this team is offered as a reference for your fantasy game selection and serves as an example. Keep the mentioned points in mind when forming your fantasy team and exercise your own judgment.
