The Women’s T20I series between India and West Indies begins today at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. India are eager to bounce back after their recent ODI series loss to Australia, while West Indies look to build on their semi-final finish in the T20 World Cup.
Under Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership, India is determined to make the most of their home conditions, with spin-friendly pitches likely to favor their strategy. West Indies, led by Hayley Matthews and featuring experienced players like Deandra Dottin, will rely on their aggressive approach to challenge the hosts.
West Indies women tour of India 2024, 1st T20I:
- Date and Timings: December 15 – 1:30 pm GMT| 7:00 pm IST and Local
- Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Dr DY Patil Sports Academy Pitch Report:
Famous for its exceptional batting surface, the DY Patil Stadium is set to host an exhilarating cricketing showdown. While spinners may have moments to shine, the pitch is expected to favor a high-scoring game. With conditions ideal for batting, both teams will look to capitalize on the pitch’s strengths and put on an exciting display of T20 cricket skill and strategy.
IN-W vs WI-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Richa Ghosh
- Batters: Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, Qiana Joseph
- All-rounders: Hayley Matthews, Deepti Sharma, Deandra Dottin
- Bowlers: Afy Fletcher, Ranuka Singh Thakur, Karishma, Radha Yadav, Karishma Ramharack
IN-W vs WI-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Hayley Matthews (c), Deepti Sharma (vc)
Choice 2: Smriti Mandhana (c), Deandra Dottin
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IN-W vs WI-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Nandini Kashyap, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shemaine Campbelle, Chinelle Henry
IN-W vs WI-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 15, 1:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
India: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Nandini Kashyap, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Uma Chetry (wk), Deepti Sharma, Sajeevan Sajana, Raghvi Bist, Renuka Thakur, Priya Mishra, Titas Sadhu, Saima Thakor, Minnu Mani, Radha Yadav.
West Indies: Hayley Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (vc), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Nerissa Crafton, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Shabika Gajnabi, Chinelle Henry, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Rashada Williams.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.