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South Africa and New Zealand will lock horns in the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The match will be played on 20th October at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
South Africa defeated Australia in the first semi-final thanks to an excellent knock from Anneke Bosch. They have been in good form as a side with both bat and ball. Laura Wolvaardt and her side will be eyeing the first World Cup for South Africa in the finals of the tournament.
Meanwhile, New Zealand defeated West Indies by 8 runs in the second semi-final. The bowlers have been winning games consistently for the White Ferns and they’ll need the batters to complement them in this match. The likes of Sophie Devine and Amelia Kerr must step up with the bat in this all-important game.
South Africa vs New Zealand Probable Playing XI
South Africa Women: Hayley Matthews (c), Qiana Joseph, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Chedean Nation, Zaida James, Aaliyah Allene, Afy Fletcher, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klert, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka
South Africa vs New Zealand Dream11 Pitch Report
The pitch is expected to be a good one for batting, especially as the game progresses. The pacers will get some help with the new ball and the spinners will as always be in the game. Teams may prefer chasing but batting first in a big final is also a good decision. Expect scores to be in the range of 130-150.
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- Spinners and all-rounders will be great C/VC options.
- Spinners from the first innings will be a must. Try them as C/VC in mini GLs/GLs.
- Top-order batters who can be game-changers in fantasy cricket, especially from the second innings.
SA-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction: Must Picks
Amelia Kerr (NZ-W)
- Amelia Kerr is the best player from her side. She will bat at number 3 and will also contribute with the ball.
- Kerr picked up 2 wickets in the last match. She’s the highest wicket-taker of the tournament with 12 wickets in 5 games. Kerr is a match-winner with the bat as well.
Marizanne Kapp (SA-W)
- Marizanne Kapp will be the main bowler for the Proteas and she’s capable with the bat as well. A true all-rounder who can win games single-handedly on her day.
- She has 82 runs and 5 wickets in five matches so far. A must pick in your fantasy teams.
Nonkululeko Mlaba (SA-W)
- Nonkululeka Mlaba is the lead spinner for South Africa and she’s been in excellent form as well.
- She has picked up 10 wickets in 5 matches and will fancy her chances the White Ferns’ struggling middle order.
Dream11 Prediction and Tips
If South Africa Bat First
- Eden Carson, Fran Jonas and Lea Tahuhu will be excellent picks.
- Try Gerogia Plimmer as C/VC in grand leagues.
- You can take the risk of dropping Tazmin Brits.
If New Zealand Bat First
- Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits will be excellent C/VC options.
- Dropping Sophie Devine can be worth the risk.
- Try Mlaba as C/VC in the big leagues.
SA-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Teams
Small League Team
Grand League Team
