The Semi-Final 1 match of the Women’s Asia Cup T20 2024 will feature a encounter between India Women and Bangladesh Women at the Rangiri International Stadium in Dambulla on Friday (July 26).

India Women’s dominance

India have had an impressive run in the league stage of the Women’s Asia Cup T20, winning all three of their matches. Their recent victory against Nepal Women by a commanding margin of 82 runs highlighted their strong form and strategic prowess.

The Indian team, led by experienced players, has shown remarkable consistency and dominance throughout the tournament. With a well-balanced squad comprising both seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, India are poised for this semi-final clash.

Bangladesh Women’s journey

Bangladesh have also had a commendable performance in the league stage, winning two of their last three matches. Their most recent triumph came against Malaysia Women, where they secured a massive 114-run victory.

This win demonstrated their ability to deliver powerful performances under pressure. Bangladesh will be eager to leverage this momentum as they face a formidable Indian side in the semi-final.

Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Semifinal 1: IN-W vs BD-W:

• Date: July 26 – 2:00 pm IST/Local, 8:30 am GMT
• Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium offers an equal playing field for both batters and bowlers. Initially, fast bowlers benefit from the new ball’s bounce. However, as the game progresses, spinners find their footing, capitalizing on the pitch’s increased grip and turn to make a significant impact.

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Nigar Sultana, Richa Ghosh
• Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Murshida Khatun, Shafali Verma
• All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Ritu Moni, Pooja Vastrakar
• Bowlers: Nahida Akter, Renuka Singh Thakur, Rabeya Khan

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Deepti Sharma (c), Shafali Verma (vc)
• Choice 2: Smriti Mandhana (c), Rabeya Khan (vc)

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IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Dilara Akter, Rumana Ahmed

IN-W vs BD-W Dream11 team for the match (July 26: 8:30 am GMT):

Squads: 

India: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Uma Chetry (wk), Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Tanuja Kanwer, Sajana Sajeevan. Travelling reserves: Shweta Sehrawat, Saika Ishaque, Meghna Singh

Bangladesh: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter (vc), Murshida Khatun, Dilara Akter, Jahanara Alam, Rumana Ahmed, Ritu Moni, Marufa Akter, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Sultana Khatun, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Shorifa Khatun, Ishma Tanjim, Sabikun Nahar Jesmin. Stand-by: Taj Nehar, Fahima Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Puja Chakrabortty

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