South Africa Women will square off with Australia Women in the second T20I of the three-match series on Sunday.
Australia enters the match with momentum following a clinical display in the series opener on Saturday. They showcased exceptional batting skills and determination, successfully pursuing the target set by South Africa. Holding a series lead, the Aussies are determined to maintain their winning streak and secure the series.
On the other hand, the hosts find themselves in a challenging position and are eager for a comeback in the forthcoming contest. The Proteas Women are concentrating on regrouping and addressing the issues that led to their defeat in the first T20I. The team’s resilience and adaptability will be put to the test as they strive to keep the series alive.
Australia Women’s tour of South Africa 2024, 2nd T20I:
- Date and time: January 28; 5:15 am IST/ 10:45 am local/ 11:45 pm GMT (Jan 27)
- Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
Manuka Oval Pitch Report:
The pitch at Manuka Oval Stadium provides advantages for both batters and fast bowlers, presenting challenges for spin bowlers. In the initial overs of the match, fast bowlers receive substantial assistance, with noticeable swing in the ball. The team winning the toss is likely to choose to bat first given the favourable conditions.
AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicket-keeper: Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney
- Batters: Ellyse Perry, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits
- All-rounders: Marizanne Kapp, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Nadine de Klerk
- Bowlers: Georgia Wareham, Darcie Brown
AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Ellyse Perry (c), Marizanne Kapp (vc)
- Choice 2: Beth Mooney (c), Laura Wolvaardt (vc)
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AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Annabel Sutherland, Chloe Tryon, Megan Schutt, Sune Luus
AU-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 27, 11:45 pm GMT):
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Squads:
Australia Women: Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Heather Graham, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc)
South Africa Women: Nadine de Klerk, Sune Luus, Meike De Ridder (wk), Sinalo Jafta, Ayabonga Khaka, Ayanda Hlubi, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Chloe Tryon, Eliz-Mari Marx, Marizanne Kapp.