The 1st Semi Final of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2024 will see the clash between Australia Women and South Africa Women at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Thursday, 17 October 2024. Keep reading to find out the AUS-W vs SA-W Match Prediction 1st Semi Final ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2024.
Match Preview:
The journey to the Women’s T20 World Cup trophy is nearing its end as the first semi-final of the 2024 tournament is set to take place.
Australia will be looking to secure their eighth final appearance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The world eagerly awaits this exciting clash.
World Cup as they take on South Africa in the semi-final on Thursday. The defending champions have reached the semi-finals in all nine editions of the tournament since its inception in 2009.
This encounter mirrors the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup final, where Australia triumphed over South Africa by 19 runs. Historically, Australia has dominated this matchup, winning nine of the 10 WT20I meetings between the two teams, with South Africa securing their only win earlier this year. In Women’s T20 World Cup matches, Australia holds a perfect record against South Africa, winning all seven previous games.
Australia’s core team remains largely unchanged from the 2023 final, with only Meg Lanning retiring from international cricket. Key players like Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, and Ashleigh Gardner continue to be the backbone of the squad. Australia’s batting depth, especially on slow Dubai pitches, is a notable strength, with players like Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland capable of powerful performances.
For South Africa, Nonkululeko Mlaba has been a standout, taking 10 wickets in four group stage matches. However, they face a tough challenge against the formidable Australian side in their quest for a spot in the final.
Team News
Australia Women Team News:
Defending champions Australia are all set for the semi-final of the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup, aiming for their seventh title. With all players fit and ready, they are determined to take another step closer to victory. Stay tuned for updates as they showcase their talent and determination on the field, pushing towards a clean sweep in the tournament.
South Africa Women Team News:
South Africa is set to take the field in the Women’s T20 World Cup semi-final with a fully fit team. They are determined to bounce back and avoid a series whitewash by India. Stay tuned for updates as they aim to deliver strong performances and show their commitment to success.
Present form of teams
Australia Women Present form:
Australian Womenis on an impressive winning streak, having won their last four matches. This strong performance highlights their teamwork and ability to dominate opponents consistently. As they prepare for upcoming challenges, this momentum will boost their confidence. Fans are excited to see if they can maintain this fantastic form and secure more victories in the future.
South Africa Women Present form:
South Africa secured a comfortable seven-wicket win over Bangladesh, restricting them to 106 runs with disciplined bowling. Tazmin Brits’ 42 and Anneke Bosch’s 25 helped South Africa chase the target in 17.2 overs. With three wins in four games, they now await the results to confirm their semi-final spot.
Venue Stats (T20)
| Stats | Batting 1st | Batting 2nd |
| Total Matches | 105 | 105 |
| Wins | 48 | 56 |
| Defeats | 56 | 48 |
| No Results | 01 | 01 |
| Lowest Total | 55/10 (WI vs ENG) | – |
| Highest Successful Chase | – | 184/8 (SL vs BAN) |
| Highest total | 212/2 (IND vs AFG) | – |
Pitch Report for Today’s Match AUS-W vs SA-W 1st Semi Final
The pitch at Dubai International Stadium offers a balance between batters and bowlers, but it can vary based on the weather. Dew plays a crucial role, especially in T20 matches. During day games, batters often benefit more as the pitch remains favourable. As the game goes on, the pitch tends to slow down, making scoring harder in the second innings. In night matches, the dew factor comes into play, making it tough for bowlers to grip the ball and bowl effectively in the second innings.
Weather Report for Today’s Match AUS-W vs SA-W 1st Semi Final
The current weather in Dubai is sunny with a temperature of 96°F, though it feels like 102°F due to humidity. Winds are blowing at 14 mph from the ENE, with gusts up to 23 mph. Humidity is around 40%, and the UV index is high at 7. Air quality is poor, with an AQI of 133, primarily due to PM10 pollutants. Visibility is 6.2 miles, and the pressure is slowly rising at 29.88 in. No precipitation is expected for the next 24 hours. The sunset will be at 5:51 PM, and the moonrise at 5:07 PM.
Predicted Playing XIs for AUS-W vs SA-W 1st Semi Final
Australia Women’s Predicted Playing XI:
Beth Mooney (WK), Grace Harris, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown
South Africa Women’s Predicted Playing XI:
Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Annerie Dercksen, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba
Australia Women vs South Africa Women head-to-head:
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record for the AUS-W vs SA-W prediction. This will help us to understand who will win today’s ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2024 1st Semi Final prediction or who has a higher chance of winning between Australia Women vs South Africa Women.
AUS-W vs SA-W head-to-head in T20I
| AUS-W vs SA-W Head-to-Head Record | |
| Total Matches Played | 10 |
| AUS-W Won | 9 |
| SA-W Won | 1 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
AUS-W vs SA-W Toss Prediction:
The Winning Captain may choose to bat second to increase their chances of winning.
Here is our AUS-W vs SA-W ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2024 Match Prediction
Case 1: If Australia Women Bats First
First Innings score prediction: Australia Women will score 150-160 runs
Result prediction: Australia Women will win the match by 15-25 runs
Case 2: If South Africa Women Bats First
First Innings score prediction: South Africa Women will score 130-140 runs
Result prediction: Australia Women will win the match by 6 wickets
AUS-W vs SA-W Today’s Match Prediction:
Australia and South Africa are set to face off in the highly anticipated semi-final of the T20 Women’s World Cup 2024. Both teams are eager to secure a spot in the final, but Australia looks well-positioned to win. With a strong lineup, impressive form, and past success in major tournaments, Australia is expected to come out on top and continue their journey towards another World Cup title.
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