SCT-W vs SA-W 11th T20 Match Prediction, Playing XI, ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is heating up, and cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the 11th T20 match between Scotland Women (SCT-W) and South Africa Women (SA-W). The match is scheduled to take place on October 9, 2024, at 3:30 PM at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With both teams eyeing crucial points, this contest promises to be full of excitement and drama.

SCT-W vs SA-W 11th T20 Match Details

Date: 9th October, 2024

Day: Wednesday

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Time: 3:30 PM

 

Pitch Report: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has historically favored bowlers, especially pacers. With an average first-innings score of 90 runs and a second-innings average of 88 runs, the pitch doesn’t offer much for high-scoring games. Pace bowlers benefit most from these conditions, boasting a strike rate of 76.23. As a result, the bowlers will likely dominate, and batters will need to be cautious early on.

Weather Report: SCT-W vs SA-W 11th T20 Match

Expect a sunny day in Dubai on match day. The weather will be dry with temperatures hovering around 32°C at the start of the game, ensuring ideal conditions for a full T20 match. With no rain expected, fans can anticipate an uninterrupted encounter between Scotland Women (SCT-W) and South Africa Women (SA-W).

SCT-W Team News

Scotland Women (SCT-W) have faced difficulties throughout the tournament, particularly with their batting. Their most recent loss to the West Indies underscored their struggles, with the team managing just 99 runs. They will rely heavily on players like Kathryn Bryce and Ailsa Lister to provide stability and hope for an improved batting performance. In terms of bowling, Sarah Bryce has led the attack, but the team needs collective support to defend low totals.

SCT-W Playing XI Prediction

Kathryn Bryce (C), Sarah Bryce, Megan McColl, Saskia Horley, Priyanaz Chatterji, Ailsa Lister, Lorna Jack, Katherine Fraser, Rachel Slater, Abtaha Maqsood, Olivia Bell

SA-W Team News

South Africa Women (SA-W) come into this match with momentum, having performed consistently in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Their captain, Laura Wolvaardt, leads by example, while Marizanne Kapp provides balance as an impactful all-rounder. With players like Nadine de Klerk and Nonkululeko Mlaba spearheading their bowling attack, South Africa’s strength lies in their ability to take crucial wickets and restrict opponents.

SA-W Playing XI Prediction

Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk, Anneke Bosch, Seshnie Naidu, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayanda Hlubi

SCT-W vs SA-W 11th T20 Match Key Player

Captain Options: Marizanne Kapp, Laura Wolvaardt

Vice-Captain Options: Kathryn Bryce, Nadine de Klerk

Top Picks: Ailsa Lister, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Chloe Tryon

SCT-W vs SA-W 11th T20 Match Prediction

South Africa Women (SA-W) enter this match as the overwhelming favorites, thanks to their superior form and depth across both batting and bowling. With key players like Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp in top form, South Africa will likely dominate proceedings unless Scotland Women (SCT-W) can produce a major upset.

For Scotland to stay competitive, they need strong partnerships from their batters, while their bowlers must make early breakthroughs to unsettle South Africa’s top order. However, South Africa’s experience and consistency make them the likely winners of this crucial ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 encounter.