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India Women’s cricket team is riding high on success in limited-over formats and will aim to maintain their dominance against West Indies Women in this T20I series opener. The West Indies team, on the other hand, will look to bounce back after a disappointing series loss (0-2) and leverage their homegrown talents to challenge India’s firepower.
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India comes into this game with a balanced squad featuring seasoned players and emerging stars. The experienced Smriti Mandhana will likely open the innings alongside newcomer Uma Chhetry. Middle-order stability will come from Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Richa Ghosh. Deepti Sharma’s all-round capabilities add depth to the lineup.
The bowling unit will be led by Renuka Singh Thakur and Titas Sadhu, with Saima Thakur possibly adding a third seam option. The spin department looks potent with Deepti Sharma, Radha Yadav, and Priya Mishra likely to play crucial roles on a wicket that may assist turn.
Key Players:
- Deepti Sharma
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Renuka Singh Thakur
Predicted Playing XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Uma Chhetry, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Radha Yadav, Priya Mishra, Titas Sadhu, Saima Thakur, Renuka Singh Thakur
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West Indies Women will look to regroup after their recent struggles. The team will rely on their experienced trio of Hayley Matthews, Deandra Dottin, and Shemaine Campbelle to anchor the batting. All-rounders Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, and Qiana Joseph offer depth and flexibility in both departments.
The bowling lineup features a mix of pace and spin. Aaliyah Alleyne and Shamilia Connell will spearhead the pace attack, while Hayley Matthews, Afy Fletcher, and K Ramharack bring variety to the spin department.
Key Players:
- Hayley Matthews
- Deandra Dottin
- Afy Fletcher
Predicted Playing XI:
Hayley Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Zaida James, K Ramharack, Shamilia Connell, Shabika Gajnabi, Qiana Joseph
Fantasy XI Prediction
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain | Smriti Mandhana |
| Vice-Captain | Hayley Matthews |
| Batsmen | Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Deandra Dottin |
| All-Rounders | Deepti Sharma, Chinelle Henry, Hayley Matthews |
| Wicketkeeper | Shemaine Campbelle |
| Bowlers | Renuka Singh Thakur, Radha Yadav |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The DY Patil Stadium has historically provided excellent support to batters, with consistent bounce and carry. The average first-innings score at this venue hovers around 160-170 runs in T20 matches, making it a competitive track. Spinners can get some grip as the game progresses, but overall, it’s a batter-friendly surface.
Weather Report
The weather in Navi Mumbai is expected to be clear with a maximum temperature of 29°C during the match hours. Humidity will be moderate, and there is no forecast for rain, ensuring an uninterrupted contest.
Match Prediction
India Women hold a strong record against West Indies Women in T20I cricket, and their balanced squad with in-form players gives them a clear edge. West Indies will need standout performances from their experienced players to stay competitive.
Prediction: India Women to win.
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