PK-W vs NZ-W, Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report | Pakistan vs New Zealand

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is set to host a thrilling encounter as Pakistan faces New Zealand in the 19th match of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. With semifinal spots still on the line, this final Group A fixture promises high-stakes action.

Defending champions Australia have already secured their place in the semifinals, winning all four of their group matches. However, the battle for the remaining spot is heating up. New Zealand currently holds the edge, as a win against Pakistan will see them advance to the knockout stage. If the White Ferns stumble, it opens up a lifeline for India, who are positioned second in the group standings, courtesy of a superior net run rate.

There’s also a slim but exciting chance for Pakistan to make it to the semifinals. For that to happen, they need to defeat New Zealand by a significant margin—over 53 runs or chase down a target of (assuming 150) in fewer than 9.1 overs. If they pull off this feat, Pakistan would leapfrog both India and New Zealand to claim a spot in the next round, making this match a must-watch for cricket fans around the world.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: PK-W vs NZ-W

• Date and Time: October 14: 2:00 pm GMT / 06:00 pm local/ 07:30 pm IST
• Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The surface at Dubai International Cricket Stadium ensures a level playing field for both batters and bowlers. Pace bowlers thrive in the initial overs due to significant swing and new-ball movement, making this period critical for the bowling attack. During this phase, seamers can effectively use both swing and bounce. However, as the ball wears out and the innings advances, conditions become more favorable for the batters. With diminished assistance for bowlers, batters can strike the ball more freely as the match progresses.

PK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Muneeba Ali
• Batters: Suzie Bates, Aliya Riaz, Georgia Plimmer
• All-rounders: Nida Dar, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine, Omaima Sohail
• Bowlers: Sadia Iqbal, Lea Tahuhu, Rosemary Mair

PK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Amelia Kerr (c), Omaima Sohail (vc)
Choice 2: Suzie Bates (c), Georgia Plimmer (vc)

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PK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Sidra Amin, Sadaf Shamas

PK-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (October 14, 2024, 2:00 pm GMT):

Squads:

New Zealand Women: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Leigh Kasperek, Lea Tahuhu, Rosemary Mair, Eden Carson, Hannah Rowe, Jess Kerr, Fran Jonas, Molly Penfold

Pakistan Women: Muneeba Ali (c and wk), Sidra Amin, Sadaf Shamas, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Aliya Riaz, Iram Javed, Tuba Hassan, Syeda Aroob Shah, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Fatima Sana, Tasmia Rubab

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.