WI-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction: West Indies Women will face New Zealand Women in the second semifinal of the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 at the Sharjah Cricket Ground on Friday. The winner of this game will meet South Africa Women in the final on Sunday.
To qualify for the semifinal, West Indies needed a victory in their last group game against England Women. It’s no exaggeration to say that the Caribbean side were the overwhelming underdogs, having not beaten England Women in a WT20I match since 2018—a run of 12 matches. But the 2016 champions defied expectations, chasing down a competitive total of 141 runs in only 18 overs. That big win should give WI-W a huge boost heading into this game.
New Zealand opened their 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup campaign with a win over India Women. The two-time runners-up then suffered a 60-run defeat to Australia Women in their second match. However, victories in the subsequent matches against Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women were enough for them to finish ahead of Harmanpreet Kaur’s India.
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WI-W vs NZ-W Match Details
| Match | Semifinal 2 |
| Teams | West Indies Women and New Zealand Women |
| Captains | Hayley Matthews (WI) | Sophie Devine (NZ) |
| Date & Time | October 18, Friday, 07:30 PM |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium |
Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
Sharjah is a haven for spinners. The surface is slow, offering turn even with the new ball. The odd delivery can stay low, making life tough for batters. Stats suggest that a score above 140 can be considered a winning total, but teams in this World Cup have successfully defended totals below 120 twice. A low-scoring affair seems likely.
Here’s an overview of some of the stats at this venue in T20Is:
- Average first innings total: 140
- Matches Won batting first: 33
- Matches Won batting 2nd: 25
- Highest first innings total: 215/6 by Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe
- Highest Chase: 179/6 by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
WI-W vs NZ-W Toss Scenario
The toss could play a crucial role. Of the 58 T20I games played at this venue, teams batting first have won 33 times, while 25 games have been won by teams chasing. Expect the trend to continue, with the team winning the toss likely to opt for batting first.
| Total T20I Matches | 58 |
| Matches won batting 1st | 33 |
| Matches won batting 1st | 25 |
WI-W vs NZ-W Head-To-Head Record
- Total Head-To-Head Games in WT20I: 22
- West Indies Women Wins: 05
- New Zealand Women Wins: 17
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WI-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction: Best Batters And Bowlers
WI-W Probable highest scorer: Hayley Matthews, Qiana Joseph, Deandra Dottin
NZ-W Probable Highest Scorer: Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr
WI-W Probable Best Bowler: Hayley Matthews, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack
NZ-W Probable Best Bowler: Amelia Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu
What might be the score in the WI-W vs NZ-W match?
Given the slow nature of the pitch, this game is likely to be a 130-140 run affair. Scoring against spinners will be difficult, and pacers can also make life hard for batters as the odd ball stays low.
- Predicted first innings score if WI-W bat first: 120-130
- Predicted first innings score if NZ-W bat first: 130-140
Who Will Win Today’s Cricket Match Between WI-W vs NZ-W
While head-to-head records, form, and rankings influence the odds ahead of a match, this is a stage where such factors often go out the window. Both teams will back themselves to reach the final once the first ball is bowled. That said, New Zealand looks like a more balanced team. With more players in good form, the odds favor the Kiwis ahead of this semifinal clash.
Chances Of A Win
WI-W: 40%
NZ-W: 44%
Disclaimer: The above match prediction is based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.
