Table of Contents
- India on top with two confident wins
- South Africa in a must-win situation
- Women’s ODI tri-series: Match 5
- R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
- SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Prediction Picks
- SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
- SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Prediction Backups
- SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (May 07, 04:30 am GMT)
- Squads
As the Women’s ODI Tri-Series reaches a crucial stage, India and South Africa are set to lock horns in the fifth match of the tournament. Scheduled to be a high-stakes encounter, the game could potentially decide the fate of the Proteas, who are yet to secure a win in the competition.
India on top with two confident wins
India have looked in commanding form so far, having clinched two victories out of their three matches. Their well-rounded performances have placed them comfortably at the top of the points table. Led by experienced campaigners and driven by consistent contributions across departments, India will be aiming for another win that could all but secure them a place in the final.
South Africa in a must-win situation
The story has been quite the opposite for South Africa. With two defeats from two games, the Proteas find themselves in a precarious position, needing a win to stay alive in the tri-series. Both losses have exposed weaknesses in their batting order and death bowling, and the team will need a significant turnaround to challenge the in-form Indian side.
Women’s ODI tri-series: Match 5
- Date and Time: May 07; 10:00 am IST / 04:30 am GMT
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report:
The surface at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is renowned for assisting spinners, particularly in the latter stages of a match. Initially, batters find it easier to score with the pitch offering true bounce and decent pace, making stroke play relatively comfortable. But as the innings progress, the pitch tends to deteriorate, developing cracks and uneven bounce that work in the favour of spin bowlers. This gradual wear often challenges the batters’ technique and shot selection.
SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Richa Ghosh
- Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal
- All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Nadine de Klerk, Sune Luus, Sneh Rana
- Bowlers: Arundhati Reddy, Nonkululeko Mlaba
SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Tazmin Brits (c), Pratika Rawal (vc)
- Choice 2: Smriti Mandhana (c), Laura Wolvaardt (vc)
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SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Lara Goodall, Karabo Meso
SA-W vs IN-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (May 07, 04:30 am GMT):
Squads:
India Women: Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Kashvee Gautam, Arundhati Reddy, Sneh Rana, Nallapureddy Charani, Tejal Hasabnis, Yastika Bhatia, Amanjot Kaur, Shuchi Upadhyay
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Lara Goodall, Karabo Meso (wk), Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dercksen, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Sinalo Jafta, Nondumiso Shangase, Seshnie Naidu, Miane Smit
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
