Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: SA-W vs WI-W 3rd T20 Match Prediction, Playing XI, and Fantasy Cricket Tips

By: Vision11 | October 3, 2024 | Leave a Comment

The third match of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, South Africa Women against West Indies Women at the Dubai International Stadium. The match between South Africa Women and West Indies Women is scheduled for October 4 at 3:30 PM. As they are in the same Group B, this will be the first match of the campaign for both SA Women and WI Women.

For more match predictions, check out the Women’s T20 World Cup schedule blog here.

SA-W vs WI-W 3rd T20 Match Venue and Time

Date: 4th October, 2024
Day: Friday
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Time: 3:30 PM

SA-W vs WI-W 3rd T20 Match Prediction by Vision11

SA-W Performance Prediction

With a balanced lineup and strong previous T20 results, South Africa Women head into this match. With Laura Wolvaardt leading the side, they have an impressive combination of experienced players and rising stars. The depth of their batting order and a formidable bowling attack led by Mieke de Ridder and Ayabonga Khaka make them a tough opponent.

WI-W Performance Prediction

On the other hand, West Indies Women, captained by Hayley Matthews, will be looking to build on their potential and deliver a strong performance. With dynamic players like Deandra Dottin and Stafanie Taylor in their ranks, the WI-W team possesses the firepower to challenge South Africa. If their top order can find form, they could pull off an upset.

SA-W vs WI-W 3rd T20 Match Teams/Squads

SA-W Playing XI Prediction

Laura Wolvaardt (C)
Tazmin Brits
Sune Luus
Marizanne Kapp
Anneke Bosch
Nadine de Klerk
Sinalo Jafta
Ayabonga Khaka
Nonkululeko Mlaba
Mieke de Ridder
Chloe Tryon

WI-W Playing XI Prediction

Hayley Matthews (C)
Shemaine Campbelle
Deandra Dottin
Stafanie Taylor
Chinelle Henry
Chedean Nation
Aaliyah Alleyne
Shamilia Connell
Qiana Joseph
Karishma Ramharack
Mandy Mangru

Fantasy Cricket Tips for SA-W vs WI-W 3rd T20 Match

Best choice: All-rounder – Hayley Matthews has an exceptional level of skill with the bat and ball and can join any team in the world. In 96 T20Is, she has scored 2339 runs at an average of 25.7 and taken 99 wickets at a best of 4 for 10.
Best choice: Bowler – Ayabongo Khaka has her own way of getting wickets. She has 50 scalps in her T20I career so far.
Best choice: Wicketkeeper – Shemaine Campbell is the best wicketkeeper for your fantasy teams. She has extensive experience in the shortest format and has scored 1263 runs in 133 T20Is at a best score of 47.
X factor – Marizanne Kapp is South Africa’s leading spinner with 1532 runs and 83 wickets in her 107 T20Is.

SA-W vs WI-W 3rd T20 Match – Weather & Pitch Report

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has a balanced pitch suitable for both batsmen and bowlers. Due to the short shape of the boundaries, batsmen find it easier to score. However, bowlers, especially fast bowlers, will get help with the new ball. Bowlers will also get chances in the early overs. But as the game progressed, batsmen started going deeper during their overs and the scoreboard eventually showed numbers. Bowlers struggled in the final overs and refused to help take wickets. This makes it easier for the chasing team to track down the target and win the game.

Conclusion

The 3rd T20 between South Africa Women and West Indies Women promises to be an exciting contest. With South Africa emerging as the favorites due to their form and squad depth, West Indies will look to leverage their explosive batting and allrounders to create an upset. As both teams aim for a strong start to the tournament, expect an action-packed match filled with thrilling performances.