AU-W vs SA-W Predictions – 1st Semi-final, Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 – 17/10/2024
South Africa Women look to avenge the 2023 final defeat as they take on Australia Women in the 1st semi-final
South Africa Women will be up against the reigning champions Australia Women in the 1st semi-final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday, October 17th. The two teams, who had clashed in the 2023 T20 World Cup final, will lock horns at Dubai International Cricket Stadium from 7:30 PM IST onwards.
Here is our analysis for the 1st semi-final with the best betting tips.
AU-W vs SA-W Prediction – 1st Semi-final, Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 – Best Bets
Below are some of the best bets for this AU-W vs SA-W Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 match.
Ellyse Perry TO 22.5 runs – Dafabet @ 1.85, BET HERE
Ellyse Perry is the top run-getter for her side, scoring 101 runs from four innings at a strike rate of 119. She has amassed 870 runs in T20 cricket this year at an average of 36 and strike rate of 122.
Ashleigh Gardner TO 42.5 performance points – 10Cric @ 1.85, BET HERE
Ash Gardner hasn’t fired with the bat in the tournament but has picked six wickets at an excellent economy of 5.93. You can bank on her all-round skill set to deliver good points.
Marizanne Kapp TO 33.5 performance points – Stake @ 1.85, BET HERE
One of the most valuable players in the game, Marizanne Kapp has picked four wickets in this competition at an incredible economy of 3.78. She has also smashed 82 runs at a strike rate of 152.
Venue and Pitch Analysis
Dubai International Cricket Stadium has continued to produce pitches with lack of pace and plenty of assistance for assistance. Pacers have also found some movement with the new ball, making things more difficult for batters. The average first innings score at the venue after 10 matches in this competition reads 126.
AU-W vs SA-W Odds Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
AU-W vs SA-W Betting Bonus Offers Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
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Head-to-Head Record AU-W vs SA-W
Australia and South Africa Women have competed against each other 10 times in T20 cricket. Unsurprisingly, the Aussies dominate the scoreline with nine victories while the Protea women have only won once.
Australia Women
Australia Women have lived up to the champions tag and have been undefeated in the tournament. They claimed the top spot in Group A with victories over Sri Lanka, New Zealand, Pakistan and India. In the final group match, they beat India by 9 runs, defending 151 at Sharjah. Question marks remain over Alyssa Healy’s availability in this game due to an injury.
South Africa Women
South Africa Women secured the second spot in Group B with six points and superior a net run-rate to England. They won three games in the tournament, beating Bangladesh, Scotland and West Indies. The Protea women will be eyeing a revenge, having lost to Australia in the final of the previous T20 World Cup.
Where to Watch AU-W vs SA-W Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
Check out the details of where to watch the AU-W vs SA-W match.
- In India, Star Sports Network holds the broadcasting rights for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The viewers can also stream the matches live on Disney+ Hotstar.
- United Kingdom – Sky Sports, Sky GO
- Australia – Amazon Prime Video, Kayo
- New Zealand – Sky Sports NZ, Sky Go
- South Africa – SuperSport
- United States – Willow TV, ESPN+
Toss Prediction
Dubai has hosted 10 matches in this competition, six of which were won by the chasing teams. However, pitches have a tendency to get slower and teams would want to avoid scoreboard pressure in a big match. Expect the team winning the toss to bat first here.
AU-W vs SA-W Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 – Key Points
Take a look at the weather forecast, key matchup and favourites to get a better picture of the match.
Weather conditions
As per the forecast, Dubai should be mainly clear and warm on Thursday evening. With only a 4% chance of precipitation predicted, rain should be a big concern. Expect the temperature to range between 28 and 34 degrees Celsius.
Favourites to win the match – Australia Women
Australia Women will be heavy favourites to win this match as they have been highly successful. They have the head-to-head record in their favour and the market has given them an 83% chance of winning this game.
Key matchup
Beth Mooney has made 187 runs in 178 deliveries against Marizanne Kapp in T20 cricket and has been dismissed five times.
