India vs Pakistan T20I Women’s Asia Cup 2024 : Vision11 Match Prediction & Analysis
The anticipation for the Women’s Asia Cup is nearing its end. After drawing their series against South Africa Women, India Women are set to face Pakistan Women on the opening day of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024.
The last encounter between India and Pakistan Women was in the World Cup 2023. Pakistan scored 149 runs for 4 wickets, with captain Bismah Maroof contributing 68 runs off 55 balls. India, led by Jemimah Rodrigues (53*) and Richa Ghosh (31*), capitalized on Pakistan’s sloppy performance to win by 7 wickets.
India vs Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup Match-2 Venue & Timing
Date: 19th July, 2024
Day: Friday
Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla
Time: 7:00 PM
India vs Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup Match Prediction by Vision11
India Performance Prediction
India Women’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur is aiming for a strong start in the Asia Cup. Opening the innings will be Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. Mandhana boasts 3,320 T20I runs with a strike rate of 121.83, while Verma, known for her aggressive batting, has 1,748 T20I runs at a strike rate of 129.48. Together, they have accumulated 556 runs in 10 matches this year. Dayalan Hemalatha is expected to bat at number three, having scored 123 runs at a strike rate of 135 in her last 5 T20Is, the highest among batters from both teams.
In the middle order, captain Harmanpreet Kaur will be joined by Richa Ghosh and Jemimah Rodrigues. Kaur has scored 140 runs in her last 6 T20Is. Richa Ghosh will play a crucial anchoring role, with 333 runs in 16 T20Is since 2023, at a strike rate of 134.27. Jemimah Rodrigues has contributed over 400 runs since last year, including a half-century in her sole innings against South Africa Women in the recent series.
The bowling attack will be led by Deepti Sharma and Radha Yadav. Sharma has taken 34 wickets since 2023, averaging 5.60. Pooja Vastrakar, who was named Player of the Series against South Africa for her 8 wickets, will also be a key bowler. Radha Yadav has claimed 16 wickets in 8 T20Is this year, maintaining an economy rate of 5.97.
Pakistan Performance Prediction
Pakistan faces a challenging start to their Asia Cup campaign. Opening the innings for them will be Gull Feroza and Sidra Amin. Amin has scored 248 runs in her last 9 games, while Feroza has managed just 102 runs in 7 games. Both openers have a strike rate below 100 this year, which could be problematic against India’s formidable bowling attack. Munneba Ali, Pakistan’s second-highest run-scorer this year with 149 runs at a strike rate of 105.67, is expected to bat at number three.
Captain and all-rounder Nida Dar is struggling with her batting, having scored 94 runs in 7 innings at a strike rate of 102.17. However, she remains Pakistan’s top wicket-taker with 10 wickets at an economy of 7.84. A significant concern for Pakistan’s batting lineup is their low strike rates, with no batter exceeding a rate of 105. To strengthen their batting, they have included Omaima Sohail and Iram Javed, but both have strike rates below 85.
Sadia Iqbal will lead the bowling attack alongside Dar and Diana Baig. Iqbal, who has taken 10 wickets this year at an economy of 5.96, the best among her teammates, was named player of the match in Pakistan’s only T20I win this year against West Indies Women. Pakistan might also consider including uncapped left-arm pacer Tasmia Rubab, who impressed with 12 wickets in the National Women’s One-Day Tournament 2023-24 and four wickets at an economy rate of 6.36 in the National Women’s T20 Tournament 2023-24.
India vs Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup Squads/Teams
India Women’s Asia Cup 2024 Squad/Team
- Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
- Richa Ghosh
- Uma Chetry
- Smriti Mandhana
- Shafali Verma
- Deepti Sharma
- Pooja Vastrakar
- Arundhati Reddy
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Renuka Thakur
- Dayalan Hemalatha
- Asha Sobhana
- Radha Yadav
- Shreyanka Patil
- Sajana Sajeevan
Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup 2024 Squad/Team
- Nida Dar (C)
- Iram Javed
- Sadia Iqbal
- Aliya Riaz
- Diana Baig
- Fatima Sana
- Gull Feroza
- Muneeba Ali
- Sidra Amin
- Najiha Alvi
- Syeda Aroob Shah
- Nashra Sundhu
- Tasmia Rubab
- Omaima Sohail
- Tuba Hassan
India vs Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup Key Players
India-W Key Players
- Smriti Mandana
- Deepti Sharma
- Pooja Vastrakar
Pakistan-W Key Players
- Sidra Amin
- Nida Dar
- Sadia Iqbal
India vs Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup Weather & Pitch Report
The weather is expected to be cloudy and humid, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 33°C. It will be slightly windy, but there is no forecast of rain.
The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is traditionally slow and low, providing significant help to spinners as the match progresses. The surface tends to dry out quickly, developing cracks that enhance spin and bounce for bowlers. Batsmen might find it easier to score runs in the early stages of the game when the pitch is fresh and hard.
The second T20I of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 will take place at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla on July 19th, starting at 7 pm. This venue has previously hosted 69 ODIs and 6 T20Is.
Conclusion
India has consistently outperformed Pakistan in women’s cricket across all formats, boasting a stronger team overall. Considering their track record and current form, India is favored to win this match.
FAQ’s ?
The India Women vs Pakistan Women match will take place on July 19, 2024, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla. The match is scheduled to start at 7 pm and is the second T20I of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024.
For India, key players to watch include Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Pooja Vastrakar. Mandhana and Verma are known for their powerful batting, while Vastrakar is a standout bowler. For Pakistan, key players include Sidra Amin, Nida Dar, and Sadia Iqbal. Dar is crucial both with the bat and ball, and Iqbal has been effective in the bowling department.
The weather in Dambulla is expected to be cloudy and humid, with temperatures between 24°C and 33°C and a slight breeze, but no rain is forecast. The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is known to be slow and low, favoring spinners as the game progresses. Batsmen might find it easier to score in the early stages when the pitch is fresh and hard.