Hello and welcome back to my blog, SlogVlog! Today is the much-awaited final of the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup, and what a showdown we have ahead! On one side, we have New Zealand, making their first appearance in the final after 14 long years, with their last showing in 2010 when they lost a nail-biter to Australia. On the other side, South Africa, last year’s runners-up, was also defeated by Australia in the final.
It’s set to be an absolute thriller, so let’s dive into the preview without further ado!
Sequence:
- Road to Final
- Probable Playing 11
- Stats
- Weather
- Pitch
- Prediction
- Where/When to watch the Final in INDIA
Road To Final:
South Africa
| Match No. | Team | Result |
| 1. . | West Indies | Won by 1`0 Wickets |
| 2.. | England | Lost by 7 Wickets |
| 3. | Scotland | Won by 80 runs |
| 4. | Bangladesh | Won by 7 Wickets |
| 5. (Semi Final) | Australia | Won by 8 Wickets |
New Zealand
| Match No. | Team | Result |
| 1. | India | Won by 58 Runs |
| 2. | Australia | Lost by 60 Runs |
| 3. | Sri Lanka | Won by 8 Wickets |
| 4. | Pakistan | Won by 54 Runs |
| 5. (Semi Final) | West Indies | Won by 8 Runs |
Probable 11 For Both Teams:
South Africa:
- Laura Wolvaardt (C)
- Tazmine Brits
- Anneke Busch
- Chloe Tryon
- Marizanne Kapp
- Sune Luus
- Annerie Dercksen
- Nadine De Klerk
- Sinao Jafta (WK)
- Nonkululeko Mlaba
- Ayabonga Khaka
- Georgia Plimmer
- Suzie Bates
- Amelia Kerr
- Sophie Devine (C)
- 5 Brooke Halliday
- Maddy Green
- Isabella Gaze (WK)
- 8 Rosemary Mair
- Lea Tahuhu
- Eden Carson
- Fran Jonas
Stats:
| Matches- | 16 |
| SA Won- | 11 |
| NZ Won- | 4 |
| Tied- | 0 |
| No Result- | 1 |
Weather Report:
The weather in Dubai today is scorching, with an “excessive heat” warning in place, so there’s no chance of rain interrupting the action. Interestingly, dew has been largely absent in previous matches, and with today’s high temperatures, it’s unlikely to play a role either. So, both teams will be competing under dry, hot conditions, which could impact the pitch and the way the game unfolds.
Pitch Report:
Pitches in Dubai have taken turn, and taking the pace off has been a ploy captains have often stuck by. Pakistan exploited this quite superbly against New Zealand. India realised the perils of playing three seamers when they conceded 160 in their opening game against New Zealand.
The absence of dew has been a reason why spin has been effective. Dew had reduced the toss to a lottery at the 2021 Men’s T20 World Cup in the UAE, but its effect has been minimal this time. While temperatures have considerably dropped in the last two weeks, it will still test players’ fitness, especially because evenings continue to be muggy.
(ESPN Cric-Info)
Prediction:
It’s tough to predict a winner for this match. Both teams have had four impressive victories and one tough loss. However, considering New Zealand had a more challenging draw, facing powerhouses like India and Australia, we’re leaning towards them as the favourites. That being said, both teams have a strong chance of winning, and no one is out of the race. It’s definitely shaping up to be an exciting and unpredictable final!
If you want to watch the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 WC Final, then please log into Disney+Hotstar at 7:30 PM IST!
Until Next Time!
Thank you.
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