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Bangladesh Women are on the brink of a clean sweep as they face Ireland Women in the final ODI of the series. After securing a 2-0 lead, the hosts are in pole position to secure crucial points on their path to a direct qualification for the 2025 ODI World Cup. Ireland, meanwhile, will look to salvage some pride and improve their overall performance after struggling to adapt to the slow, spin-friendly conditions.
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Bangladesh have been dominant in this series, showcasing solid performances in both batting and bowling. The team’s ability to adapt to their home conditions has proven decisive, and they’ll be eager to seal the series 3-0.
Batting Lineup:
- Fargana Hoque has been the standout batter, with a crucial half-century in the second ODI anchoring the chase.
- Skipper Nigar Sultana and opener Sharmin Akhter have consistently chipped in with valuable contributions.
- The middle order, including Sobhana Mostary and Shorna Akter, adds depth and stability, making the lineup formidable.
Bowling Attack:
- Marufa Akter, Sultana Khatun, and Nahida Akter have been exceptional, exploiting the conditions with disciplined lines and lengths.
- With Fahima Khatun and Rabeya Khan adding variety to the attack, Bangladesh’s bowlers will remain a handful for Ireland’s batters.
Key Players: Fargana Hoque, Marufa Akter, Nigar Sultana
Predicted Playing XI:
Fargana Hoque, Murshida Khatun, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Nahida Akter, Sharmin Akhter, Fahima Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Sultana Khatun, Marufa Akter
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Ireland have shown glimpses of improvement in this series, especially with the bat in the second ODI. However, adapting to Dhaka’s slow and turning wickets remains their primary challenge.
Batting Lineup:
- Amy Hunter has been the bright spot, scoring a composed 68 in the second ODI.
- Orla Prendergast and Laura Delany have provided support, but the team needs bigger contributions from the likes of skipper Gaby Lewis and Sarah Forbes.
- Leah Paul, with her experience, could be a game-changer if she settles in.
Bowling Attack:
- The bowlers, led by Orla Prendergast, Arlene Kelly, and Ava Canning, have struggled to make consistent breakthroughs on spin-friendly pitches.
- Ireland will need someone to step up and exploit any early movement or take advantage of Bangladesh’s lower order.
Key Players: Amy Hunter, Orla Prendergast, Arlene Kelly
Predicted Playing XI:
Sarah Forbes, Gaby Lewis, Amy Hunter (c & wk), Orla Prendergast, Laura Delany, Leah Paul, Una Raymond-Hoey, Arlene Kelly, Ava Canning, Freya Sargent, Aimee Maguire
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The Shere Bangla National Stadium surface is typically slow and low, making it ideal for spinners. Batters will need to spend time in the middle to get accustomed to the pace. The average first-innings score is around 154, but Bangladesh’s superior batting performance earlier in the series showed that totals above 240 are achievable.
Weather Conditions
The forecast predicts clear skies and warm weather, perfect for cricket. With no rain expected, it should be a full match uninterrupted.
Toss Prediction
Teams batting first have often succeeded here. The team winning the toss is likely to bat first and aim to post a competitive total.
Winning Prediction
Bangladesh Women are overwhelming favorites to win this match and complete a 3-0 sweep. Their batters and bowlers have outperformed Ireland in all departments, and the home conditions further tip the scales in their favor. Ireland, on the other hand, will need to play their best cricket and hope for standout performances to challenge the hosts.
Prediction: Bangladesh Women to win
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