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Sri Lanka Women, riding high on back-to-back victories, will look to extend their winning streak when they take on Thailand Women in the 12th match of the Women’s Asia Cup T20. The encounter will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Wednesday.
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The hosts are brimming with confidence after their dominant performance in the last two matches. Captain Chamari Athapaththu stole the show with the fastest century in Women’s Asia Cup history, smashing an unbeaten 119 off just 69 balls. Other batters like Anushka Sanjeewani and Harshitha Madavi chipped in with valuable contributions.
The bowling attack, spearheaded by Shashini Gimhani’s three wickets, was equally impressive. Kavisha Dilhari and Kawya Kavindi also played their part with two wickets each.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing XI:
- Vishmi Gunaratne
- Chamari Athapaththu (c)
- Harshitha Samarawickrama
- Kavisha Dilhari
- Nilakshi de Silva
- Anushka Sanjeewani (wk)
- Ama Kanchana
- Inoshi Priyadharshani
- Kawya Kavindi
- Sachini Nisansala
- Shashini Gimhani
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Thailand, on the other hand, has endured a contrasting run, losing their last two matches. They will be eager to salvage some pride and end the tournament on a positive note. Opener Nattaya Boochatham, with her 40 runs in the previous match, was a lone bright spark in their batting. The bowling attack, despite Phannita Maya and Thipatcha Putthawong taking wickets, needs to step up.
Thailand Predicted Playing XI:
- Nattaya Boochatham
- Nannapat Koncharoenkai (wk)
- Phannita Maya
- Chanida Sutthiruang
- Suwanan Khiaoto
- Thipatcha Putthawong (c)
- Onnicha Kamchomphu
- Rosenan Kanoh
- Aphisara Suwanchonrathi
- Suleeporn Laomi
- Sunida Chaturongrattana
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The pitch at Dambulla is expected to be a good batting surface, but bowlers might get some assistance later in the innings.
- The weather forecast predicts a partly cloudy sky with gentle breeze.
Toss Prediction:
Both teams will be keen to bowl first and capitalize on any early swing or seam movement.
Match Prediction:
Based on current form, Sri Lanka is the clear favorite. Their batting looks strong, and their bowling attack has been performing well. Thailand will need a miraculous effort to pull off an upset.
Winner: Sri Lanka Women Will Win
Sri Lanka is heavily favored to clinch a convincing victory and maintain their unbeaten run in the tournament.
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