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 I??nternational 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 prowes??s.

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 f??or 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 S??obhana, Rad?ha 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 Mand??hana (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 Kha?tun, 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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Former fast bowler Dale Steyn became emotional after South Africa secured their spot in the final of the T20 World Cup 2024.

South Africa’s dominant performance against Afghanistan

South Africa, convincingly defeated Rashid Khan’s Afghanistan by NINE wickets in the first semi-final at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad. Afghanistan, batting first after winning the toss, were bowled out for a paltry 56 runs in 11.5 overs, with Tabraiz Shamsi and Marco Jansen claiming three wickets each, and Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje taking two wickets apiece.

This total marked both Afghanistan’s lowest in a T20 World Cup semi-final and their lowest ever in T20I history. In response, South Africa chased down the target of 57 runs with ease, reaching 60/1 in just 8.5 overs. Reeza Hendricks remained unbeaten on 29, while Aiden Markram contributed 23 not out.

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Dale Steyn’s emotional reaction to South Africa’s T20 World Cup final qualification

The significance of the victory was palpable, resonating through poignant scenes that unfolded. The Proteas legend, Steyn’s heartfelt embrace with David Miller, their tears of joy mirrored in the emotions shared with Anrich Nortje and other South African support staff members, underscored the?? depth of their triumph. It was a moment where camaraderie and triumph intertwined, leaving an indelible mark on their journey.

Here’s the video:

🤗 Smiles and hugs all round
🥺 Dale Steyn speechless
😂 Lungi mocking Shammo

The Proteas are heading to the #T20WorldCup final for the first time ever 👏🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/Kuyngn1eMV

— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) June 27, 2024

Steyn’s personal reflections

Steyn, who has been part of several of South Africa’s World Cup campaigns, including the heartbreaking 2015 World Cu??p semi-??final loss to New Zealand, where Grant Elliot hit him for a match-winning six, expressed deep emotion at this achievement. For South Africa, reaching their maiden T20 World Cup fina??l holds immense significance, especially given their history of close calls and near misses in previous tournaments.

Quest for the first T20 World Cup title

South Africa will now await the winner of the second semi-final between England and India to be played at the P??rovidence Stadium in Guyana. The T??20 World Cup final is scheduled to take place at Kensington Oval Bridgetown, Barbados. While England and India have both won the T20 World Cup before, South Africa are yet to secure their first title, making this final appearance all the more poignant for their cricketing history.

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Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott did not hold back in criticizing the pitch at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad following his team’s nine-wicket defeat to South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final.

Afghanistan’s batting woes on an uneven wicket

Afghanistan’s decision to bat first after winning the toss backfired spectacularly. The Afghan batters struggled from the outset on a pitch that exhibited uneven bounce and lateral seam movement. These challenging conditions led to Afghanistan being bowled out for a mere 56 runs, marking the lowest total ever recorded in a T20 World Cup semi-final.

South Africa’s bowlers seized the opportunity presented by the tricky pitch conditions. Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Tabraiz Shamsi were particularly effective, with Rabada and Jansen each taking three wickets. The Proteas bowlers’ dominance was evident as they exploited the uneven bounce and seam movement to devastating effect, dismantling Afghanistan’s batting lineup in just 12 overs.

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South Africa navigate challenges to secure victory

Despite facing the same pitch challenges in their innings, South Africa’s batter had the advantage of chasing a very low target. Without the pressure of a significant score to overcome, the Proteas comfortably reached the target in 8.5 overs, losing just one wicket. This victory secured their place in their first-ever T20 World Cup final.

Jonathan Trott’s post-match critique

In his post-match press conference, Trott did not mince words about the quality of the pitch. He acknowledged that he did not want his comments to be perceived as ‘sour grapes’ but emphasized the importance of a fair playing surface.

“I don’t want to get myself into trouble. But I also don’t want to sound a bit like ‘sour grapes’ but that’s not the pitch that you want to have a semi-final of a World Cup on. Plain and simple. It should be a fair contest,” Trott said.

Trott argued that T20 cricket should offer an even contest between bat and ball, rather than forcing batters into survival mode from the start. He called for better pitch standards to ensure a balanced and competitiv?e game, reflecting on how his bowlers might have exploited the conditions had they bowled first.

“If the opposition bowled well and gets you into a position after bowling well and through skill, then it’s fine to them. Then it’s about adapting. If we had bowled the way South Africa had, you could have seen a different second half,” the 43-year-old added.

“I’m not saying it should be completely flat with no spin and seam movement, you shouldn’t have batters worrying about moving forward and having the ball fly over their head. You should be confident in getting through the line or use their skills. And T20 is all about attacking and scoring runs and taking wickets. Not looking to survive,” Trott concluded.

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In the upcoming first semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, who have maintained an unbeaten record, will go head-to-head against Afghanistan.

South Africa and Afghanistan

South Africa secured their spot in the semi-finals after navigating through some nail-biting encounters, notably their crucial victory in the final over against West Indies. On the other hand, Afghanistan, under the astute leadership of their charismatic captain Rashid Khan, strategically navigated through Group 1 of the tournament. Their impressive wins against strong contenders like Australia and Bangladesh solidified their place in the final four.

South Africa’s probable playing XI for the Semifinal 1 game against Afghanistan:

1. Quinton de Kock (wk)
2. Reeza Hendricks
3. Aiden Markram (c)
4. Heinrich Klaasen
5. David Miller
6. Tristan Stubbs
7. Marco Jansen
8. Keshav Maharaj
9. Kagiso Rabada
10. Anrich Nortje
11. Tabraiz Shamsi

Key players to watch out for the South Africa:

Quinton de Kock (wk):

• Aggressive Opening Batting: Quinton de Kock is known for his explosive batting at the top of the order. His ability to score quickly and dominate the opposition bowlers in the powerplay overs provides South Africa with strong starts and sets a positive tone for the innings.
• Wicketkeeping Skills: As a wicketkeeper, de Kock’s quick reflexes and sharp glovework are crucial for South Africa. His ability to take key catches, effect quick stumpings, and provide vocal guidance behind the stumps adds significant value to the team’s fielding efforts.

Kagiso Rabada:

• Pace and Strike Bowling: Rabada is South Africa’s premier fast bowler, known for his raw pace and ability to take wickets with the new ball. His aggressive bowling style and skill in generating bounce and movement off the pitch make him a constant threat to opposition batters.
• Death Overs Specialist: Rabada’s ability to bowl accurately in the death overs is crucial for containing the opposition’s run-scoring. His yorkers, slower balls, and ability to handle high-pressure situations make him a key player in the final overs of an innings.

Heinrich Klaasen:

• Middle-order Stability and Power: Heinrich Klaasen is a vital player in South Africa’s middle order. His ability to stabilize the innings and accelerate the run rate when needed makes him a key asset. Klaasen’s power-hitting capability allows him to play aggressive shots and score quick runs, particularly in the middle and death overs.
• Versatility with the Bat: Klaasen’s versatility to adapt to different match situations, whether building an innings or finishing strong, adds depth to South Africa’s batting lineup. His experience and ability to perform under pressure make him an important player in limited-overs cricket.

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Afghanistan’s probable playing XI for the Semifinal 1 game against South Africa:

1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
2. Ibrahim Zadran,
3. Hazratullah Zazai
4. Gulbadin Naib
5. Najibullah Zadran
6. Azmatullah Omarzai
7. Mohammad Nabi
8. Rashid Khan (c)
9. Noor Ahmad
10. Naveen-ul-Haq
11. Fazalhaq Farooqi

Key players to watch out for Afghanistan:

• Rashid Khan (C):
  • Spin Bowling Maestro: Rashid Khan is Afghanistan’s premier spin bowler and captain. His ability to bowl accurate leg-spin with variations in pace and flight makes him a constant threat to opposition batters. Rashid not only contains runs but also picks up crucial wickets in all phases of the game.
  • Leadership: As the captain, Rashid provides strategic guidance and boosts team morale. His experience in international cricket and tactical acumen play a pivotal role in Afghanistan’s performance.
• Mohammad Nabi:
  • All-round Consistency: Mohammad Nabi is known for his all-round abilities, contributing with both bat and ball. His off-spin bowling is effective in restricting opposition batters, particularly in the middle overs. Nabi’s experience and calm demeanor add stability to Afghanistan’s middle order batting.
  • Finisher: Nabi’s role as a finisher in the batting lineup is crucial. His ability to accelerate the run rate and score quick runs towards the end of innings often proves decisive in close matches.
• Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk):
  • Wicketkeeper-Batter: Rahmanullah Gurbaz provides solidity as a wicketkeeper-batter at the top of the order. His aggressive batting style and ability to score quick runs give Afghanistan momentum in the powerplay overs.
  • Fielding Skills: Gurbaz’s role behind the stumps ensures the team maintains high standards in fielding. His agility and quick reflexes contribute to crucial dismissals and prevent extra runs.

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