DUBAI: The unveiling of the fixtures for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, set to unfold in Bangladesh later this year, provides us with insights into several pivotal matches. Scheduled to commence in Dhaka on 3 October, the tournament will run for 19 days, featuring 10 teams competing in 23 matches for the coveted title in Women’s T20I cricket.
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We’ll examine several pivotal matches deserving of attention.
England v South Africa, 3 October
The last encounter between these two teams in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023, a gripping semi-final clash, lingers in memory. The intense showdown witnessed the Proteas triumph over England by a mere six runs, propelling them to their inaugural World Cup final appearance.
As the 2024 event kicks off in Dhaka, many of the stars from that thrilling match are expected to grace the field once more.
Historically, South Africa has secured victory against England only four times out of 24 Women’s T20Is, indicating a formidable challenge. Heather Knight’s squad will undoubtedly harbor aspirations for an early, resounding win in the competition.
India v Pakistan, 6 October
India and Pakistan, long-standing rivals, are poised to ignite the opening weekend of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 with their highly anticipated clash scheduled for a Sunday. Despite India’s historical dominance over Pakistan in Women’s T20Is, the latter posed a significant threat in the previous tournament, with Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten half-century steering India to victory with just an over to spare.
It’s noteworthy that India’s last defeat to Pakistan in women’s T20I occurred during the 2022 Asia Cup in Bangladesh. This upcoming match promises to be eagerly awaited, as an increasingly formidable Pakistan team aims to topple their formidable adversaries on the global stage.
Australia v New Zealand, 11 October
The White Ferns hold the record for the most victories against Australia in Women’s T20Is, boasting 21 wins against the six-time T20 World Cup champions.
As they clash once more on the global stage, all attention turns to New Zealand’s formidable batting lineup and whether they can challenge the Aussies.
Of their recent encounters, Australia have suffered defeats in two of their last five completed women’s T20Is against the White Ferns.
Their most recent face-off, during the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup, saw Australia dominate with a 97-run victory, bundling out the White Ferns for 76, courtesy of Ashleigh Gardner’s five-wicket haul.
England v West Indies, 12 October
The White Ferns hold the record for the most victories against Australia in Women’s T20Is, boasting 21 wins against the six-time T20 World Cup champions.
As they clash once more on the global stage, all attention turns to New Zealand’s formidable batting lineup and whether they can challenge the Aussies.
Of their recent encounters, Australia have suffered defeats in two of their last five completed women’s T20Is against the White Ferns.
Their most recent face-off, during the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup, saw Australia dominate with a 97-run victory, bundling out the White Ferns for 76, courtesy of Ashleigh Gardner’s five-wicket haul.
India v Australia, 13 October
Since 2020, India has rapidly emerged as a formidable force in women’s cricket, reaching the final against Australia in two major events: the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup and the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Despite Australia’s victories in both instances, India has demonstrated their potential in recent encounters with the dominant Australian team.
In the Commonwealth Games final, India came remarkably close to defeating Australia, falling short by just nine runs. As these familiar rivals prepare to face off once more in the Women’s T20 World Cup, both teams are eager to secure their spots in the semi-finals. Should they face elimination, they will confront a challenging task in what promises to be an intense match.
