The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, will host the national women’s teams of Malaysia and Thailand for match no. 3 of the ongoing 2024 Asian Cricket Council (ACC)-organized Women’s Asia Cup. The game is scheduled for 2:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST) on the 20th of July, 2024.
Squads:
Malaysia – Winifred Duraisingam (C), Mas Elysa, Ainna Hamizah Hashim, Wan Julia, Mahirah Izzati Ismail, Aina Najwa, Aisya Eleesa, Nur Izzatul Syafiqa, Arianna Natasya, Elsa Hunter, Dhanusri Sri Muhunan, Suabika Manivannan, Amalin Sorfina, Nur Aisyah, Irdina Beh Nabil
Thailand – Thipatcha Putthawong (C), Nannapat Khoncharoenkai (WK), Suwanan Khiaoto (WK), Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Rosenanee Kanoh, Suleeporn Laomi, Phannita Maya, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Nattaya Boochatham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Kanyakorn Bunthansen, Nannaphat Chaihan
Players to watch out:
Mas Elysa
The 23-year-old all-rounder, from 70 T20I outings, has accumulated 1133 runs, including a highest score of 66*, and has picked up 34 wickets from 41 bowling innings, maintaining an economy rate of 5.09, with best bowling figures of 6/3. Mas Elysa managed a string of starts and a best of 66* in her recent campaign earlier this year and was consistently among the wickets as well. She can be relied upon for all-around efforts.
Mahirah Izzati Ismail
The 24-year-old off-spinner, from 40 T20I outings, has secured 46 wickets, including a best of 5/11, averaging 11.71 and maintaining an economy rate of 3.94, while from 38 innings, she has posted 369 runs, including a best of 44*. In her most recent campaign earlier this year, Mahirah Izzati Ismail secured 9 wickets from 5 outings, and it is hoped she replicates that success in this upcoming campaign.
Nannapat Koncharoenkai
The 23-year-old keeper-batter, from 77 T20I outings, has amassed 1405 runs at an average of 24.22, with a highest score of 75. Nannapat Khoncharoenkai had a notable campaign the last time she took the field in April-May 2024, registering consecutive scores of 18, 12*, 31*, and 11 in her previous few T20I outings. Given her recent form and experience, she can be relied upon for big knocks.
Chanida Sutthiruang
The 31-year-old all-rounder, from 82 T20I outings, has struck 74 scalps, maintaining an economy rate of 4.23, and from 67 innings has added 778 runs to the tally, including a highest score of 46*. While Chanida Sutthiruang didn’t score many in her recent outing and wasn’t required on most occasions, her returns with the ball read 2/10, 2/15, and 2/18. She is a seasoned all-rounder and can be counted on for the goods.
Pitch:
The 22-yard strip at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is a balanced one that offers a fair contest between bat and ball. While batters enjoy the opportunity to score well with an average in the 130s, bowlers, both pacers and spinners, also benefit from the conditions.
Weather:
The conditions in Dambulla are forecasted to be pleasant for cricket, with clear sunny skies and a minimal chance of rain. The temperature will be around 32°C, with moderate winds and humidity at 64%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Match details:
Date – July 20, 2024
Time – 2:00 PM IST
Venue – Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on Disney+ Hotstar and telecasted on Star Sports Network.
