BD-W vs IR-W 2nd T20I Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s T20I Match Between BD-W And IR-W?

Bangladesh Women will take on Ireland Women in their 2nd T20I on December 7 [Source:@ BDCricTime/X.com]

After Ireland Women kicked off with a win in the first T20I of the three-match affair against Bangladesh Women, they will meet head on again on December 7, 1:30 PM IST for the second T20I. The match will be held at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.

Bangladesh Women

The Bangladesh Women team led by Nigar Sultana appeared strong in their opening game against Ireland but ultimately fell to the stronger side. Dilara Akter and Sobhana Mostary were the standout performers with the bat in the first match and are expected to maintain their form in the second match as well. Jahanara Alam, along with Fariha Trisna and Jannatul Ferdus, will aim to put pressure on the Irish batting lineup and provide a tough challenge in the second match.

Ireland Women

Gaby Lewis played a captain's knock for Ireland Women in the first match and will look to continue that momentum alongside the explosive Leah Paul and Amy Hunter. The bowling attack, featuring Orla Prendergast and Arlene Kelly, along with Aimee Maguire and Ava Canning, will create tough times for the Bangladeshi batters.

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How Will the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium Pitch Behave?

The Sylhet pitch is anticipated to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. The initial grass cover may aid seam bowlers early in the game, allowing for movement and bounce. However, as the match progresses, the pitch is expected to slow down, which will favour spinners.

Batting first could be a strategic choice, but teams will need to exhibit patience and construct their innings carefully. Consequently, the team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.

Players To Watch Out For In BD-W vs IR-W 2nd T20I

Bangladesh Women

Dilara Akter  

Dilara Akter has proven herself to be a reliable batter, although she is currently out of form. However, her recent performance presents a great opportunity for her to improve in the second T20I. She has played a total of 19 T20Is with an average of 13.53 and a strike rate of 100.

Jahanara Alam

As the pace spearhead for Bangladesh, Jahanara Alam will be crucial in the next match, bringing valuable experience to the bowling attack. The right-arm fast bowler has played 81 T20Is, taking 59 wickets at an economy rate of 5.66.

Nigar Sultana

Despite disappointing in the previous T20I against Ireland, skipper Nigar Sultana has an impressive career record of 104 T20Is, accumulating 2,051 runs at a strike rate of 89.96, showcasing her ability to contribute significantly in the middle overs.

Ireland Women

Leah Paul  

Leah Paul played an explosive innings, scoring 79 runs off 45 balls in the first T20I. Known for her aggressive playing style, she anchors and boosts the innings, making her a key player to watch in the upcoming match. She has accumulated 348 runs in 47 T20Is at a strike rate of 91.82.

Gaby Lewis 

The Ireland skipper had a solid performance with 60 runs off 42 balls in the first T20I, helping to stabilize the innings. She boasts a total of 2,288 runs in 92 T20Is at a strike rate of 67.86.

Orla Prendergast

Orla Prendergast has been in phenomenal form recently, with her best figures of 3 for 24 in the first T20I. Given the pace-friendly pitch in Sylhet, she is expected to be a key player. The right-arm pace bowler has taken 36 wickets in 58 T20Is at an impressive economy rate of 4.53.

Today's Match Prediction: BD-W vs IR-W 2nd T20I

Predicted Top Performers

Bangladesh Women – Dilara Akter, Nigar Sultan, Jahanara Alam

Ireland Women – Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast, Leah Paul

BD-W vs IR-W 2nd T20I: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 130-140

Predicted second innings score: 110-120

Predicted Result: The team bowling first will likely have an upper hand in the match.

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