Date & Time: Sunday, December 15, 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Live Streaming: Jio Cinema (app and website)
Overview
The India Women (IND-W) team is looking to get back on track after their disappointing 3-0 loss in the 50-over series to Australia. They will face West Indies Women (WI-W) in the first T20I of their series at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on December 15. India has been solid in patches, especially after winning the ODI series against New Zealand 2-1, and they will hope to use their home advantage to return to winning ways in the T20 format.
On the other hand, West Indies Women are returning to competitive cricket after a lengthy break following their semi-final exit in the T20 World Cup 2024. This tour marks their comeback, and they will aim to make a strong statement with both bat and ball.
Pitch Report
The Dr DY Patil Sports Academy has hosted some exciting women’s cricket games, including India Women’s one-off Test match. The pitch is generally considered bouncy and offers good pace, providing an exciting contest for the batters and bowlers alike. With the conditions being good for batting, the team winning the toss may opt to bat first. The weather forecast suggests clear skies, and no rain interruptions are expected.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 21
- India Women Wins: 13
- West Indies Women Wins: 08
- No Result: 00
- Tied: 00
India Women have a significant edge in the head-to-head record, winning 13 out of the 21 matches against West Indies Women. The most recent encounter between the teams took place on February 15, 2023.
Predicted Playing XIs
India Women:
- Smriti Mandhana
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
- Harleen Deol
- Richa Ghosh (wk)
- Deepti Sharma
- Minnu Mani
- Radha Yadav
- Renuka Singh Thakur
- Titas Sadhu
- Priya Mishra
West Indies Women:
- Hayley Matthews (C)
- Deandra Dottin
- Shemaine Campbelle
- Chinelle Henry
- Rashada Williams
- Mandy Mangru
- Zaida James
- Aaliyah Alleyne
- Karishma Ramharack
- Afy Fletcher
- Shamilia Connell
Probable Top Performers
- Probable Best Batter: Smriti Mandhana (India) Smriti Mandhana has been in excellent form, as seen in her stunning 105 off 109 balls in the last ODI series against Australia. Her elegant stroke play and ability to anchor the innings make her a key player for India in the opening T20I.
- Probable Best Bowler: Hayley Matthews (West Indies) The West Indies captain and all-rounder, Hayley Matthews, has been in fantastic form, particularly with the ball, during her time in the WBBL. She took 14 wickets in her last 10 games and will be vital in both batting and bowling for West Indies in this series.
Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1: India Women win the toss and opt to bat first.
- Powerplay Score (IND-W): 35-45 runs
- Final Total (IND-W): 180-200 runs
- Result: India Women are likely to win, given their depth in batting and familiarity with the conditions. A strong top order will help them set a challenging target.
Scenario 2: West Indies Women win the toss and opt to bat first.
- Powerplay Score (WI-W): 40-50 runs
- Final Total (WI-W): 190-210 runs
- Result: West Indies Women could win, as their top order, led by Deandra Dottin and Hayley Matthews, can post a big total if the pitch conditions support their aggressive batting.
Prediction: India Women to win the match
India Women have the advantage in terms of overall squad strength, home conditions, and their head-to-head record against the West Indies Women. While West Indies have some dangerous players like Hayley Matthews and Deandra Dottin, India’s batting depth, spearheaded by Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur, gives them the edge in this encounter.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on analysis of recent form, head-to-head statistics, and team composition. While it provides an informed opinion, cricket is an unpredictable game, and the outcome can change based on various match-day factors.
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