The final match of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will feature South Africa facing off against New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday evening.
Both teams come into the clash with strong momentum, as South Africa secured a dominant win over Australia, while New Zealand triumphed over the West Indies.
Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Final: SA-W vs NZ-W
- Date and Time: October 20: 02:00 pm GMT / 06:00 pm local/ 07:30 pm IST
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Dubai International Cricket Stadium for T20 internationals, especially during evening games, typically offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Here are some key points about the pitch conditions in the evening:
- Early movement for pacers: In the early part of the game, fast bowlers tend to get some assistance with the new ball, particularly in the form of swing and seam movement due to the presence of a bit of moisture from the dew.
- Settles for batsmen: As the game progresses, the pitch flattens out, making it easier for batters to play their shots. Once the ball loses its hardness, the stroke play becomes smoother.
- Spinners play a role: While there is not much sharp turn, spinners can be effective by varying their pace and using the larger boundaries to their advantage. The pitch can sometimes grip, offering slight assistance to slower bowlers.
SA-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Isabella Gaze
- Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Anneke Bosch, Brooke Halliday, Tazmin Brits
- All-rounders: Marizanne Kapp, Amelia Kerr
- Bowlers: Ayabonga Khaka, Rosemary Mair, Eden Carson, Nonkululeko Mlaba
SA-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
- Choice 1: Marizanne Kapp (c), Amelia Kerr (vc)
- Choice 2: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Eden Carson (vc)
Also READ: Twitter reactions – New Zealand pip West Indies in low-scoring thriller to set up final clash with South Africa in Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
SA-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Backups
Sune Luus, Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, Chloe Tryon
SA-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (October 20, 02:00 pm GMT)
Squads
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune, Ayanda Hlubi, Seshnie Naidu, Mieke de Ridder
New Zealand: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas, Molly Penfold, Jess Kerr, Hannah Rowe, Leigh Kasperek
Also READ: Twitter reactions – South Africa knocks out six-time champion Australia to reach the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 final
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.