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Pakistan Women’s Asia Cup journey reaches a critical juncture as they take on United Arab Emirates (UAE) Women in a must-win encounter at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on July 23rd.
Pakistan Women Preview:
Buoyed by their convincing win over Nepal, Pakistan needs another victory to secure a semi-final spot. Openers Gull Feroza and Muneeba Ali are in blazing form, striking fear into the hearts of UAE’s bowlers. Experienced batter Sidra Amin adds stability at number three.
Pakistan’s bowling attack, spearheaded by the economical Sadia Iqbal, will be looking to restrict UAE’s scoring. Captain Nida Dar and Diana Baig offer valuable support with their experience.
Pakistan Predicted Playing XI:
Sidra Ameen, Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali (wk), Nida Dar (c), Aliya Riaz, Iram Javed, Fatima Sana, Tuba Hassan, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Syeda Aroob Shah
UAE Women Preview
While winless so far, UAE Women are determined to play spoiler against the favorites. Skipper Khushi Oza, their batting mainstay, is a dual threat with both bat and ball. All-rounder Kavisha Egodage provides valuable contributions with both bat and spin. Spinners Vaishnave Mahesh and Heena Hotchandani could pose a challenge to the Pakistani batters.
United Arab Emirates Predicted Playing XI:
Esha Rohit Oza (c), Theertha Satish (wk), Rinitha Rajith, Kavisha Egodage, Samaira Dharnidharka, Khushi Sharma, Lavanya Keny, Vaishnave Mahesh, Indhuja Nandakumar, Heena Hotchandani, Rithika Rajith.
Pitch Conditions and Weather Forecast:
The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla is expected to be slow and favor spinners later in the innings. Batsmen might enjoy a scoring spree early on before the surface deteriorates. The weather forecast predicts cloudy skies with no rain, and chasing seems to be the preferred strategy at this venue.
Match Prediction
Pakistan holds the upper hand, riding the momentum from their recent win and boasting a strong batting lineup. However, UAE’s spin attack shouldn’t be underestimated. While Pakistan is the favorite to win, expect a spirited fight from the underdogs.
Winner: Pakistan Women Will Win
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