ICC Women's T20 World Cup, WI vs ENG: Preview, Prediction and Fantasy Tips
England Women in action [Source: Twitter]
The second match of the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup will see West Indies cross swords against England on Saturday. The game is scheduled at Boland Park in Paarl.
Despite having some fierce hitters of the leather in their side, West Indies Women have been inconsistent in T20Is of late.
Recently, they couldn't even qualify for the Tri-series final, losing comprehensively to India and South Africa in the group-stage fixtures.
So, the onus will be on the skipper Hayley Matthews, who is expected to inspire her troops through an incredible all-round contribution.
On the other hand, England Women have a robust squad captained by the legendary Heather Knight.
While the presence of Danielle Wyatt, Nat Sciver, Amy Jones and Sophia Dunkley place their batting unit among the most fearsome ones in the tournament, the likes of Lauren Bell, Katherine Brunt and Sophie Ecclestone assure them of equal effectiveness with the ball.
So, looking the squads on paper, we reckon the English Women will start as the firm favourites to win this match.
Match Details
Date and Time: February 11, 06.30 PM IST
Venue: Boland Park, Paarl
Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar
Pitch Report: The surface at the Boland Park in Paarl will offer marginal assistance to the seamers. However, with the pitches in South Africa drying up, spinners might get substantial grip off the surface as the game progresses. So, the toss-winner will likely opt to bat first.
Predicted XIs
England Women: Danielle Wyatt, Sophia Dunkley, Alice Capsey, Nat Sciver, Heather Knight (C), Amy Jones (WK), Sarah Glenn, Katherine Brunt, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Bell
West Indies Women: Hayley Matthews (C), Rashada Williams, Shemaine Campbelle, Djenaba Joseph, Shabika Gajnabi, Zaida James, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Afy Fletcher, Shakira Selman, Trishan Holder
Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips
Wicket-Keeper: Amy Jones
Batters: Heather Knight, Danielle Wyatt, Shemaine Campbelle
All-Rounders: Nat Sciver, Hayley Matthews
Bowlers: Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Afy Fletcher, Shakera Selman, Sarah Glenn/Lauren Bell
Captain: Sophie Ecclestone
Vice Captain: Hayley Matthews
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Prediction
Considering the kind of lineup they have, England Women, in all likelihood, will emerge victorious in this match.
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