Hosts Argentina will face Canada in Match No. 7 of the 2025 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Americas Region Qualifier. The game will be played at St Albans Club, Buenos Aires, on the 14th of March 2025, and will get underway at 7:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
While Argentina sits at the bottom of the table with just one win from three games, their one-run win over Canada remains their only highlight. In contrast, Canada had a strong start, stunning favorites the United States of America in their opening match. After a narrow one-run loss to Argentina while chasing 95, they bounced back with a crucial win in their most recent game, taking the 2nd spot on the table.
Squads:
Argentina women’s cricket team
Alison Stocks (C), Maria Castineiras (VC), Tamara Basile, Milagros Bestani, Julieta Cullen, Albertina Galan, Francesca Galan, Victoria Lehmann, Malena Lollo (WK), Mariana Martinez, Naara Patron Fuentes (WK), Alison Prince, Constanza Sosa, Lucia Taylor
Canada women’s cricket team
Amarpal Kaur (C), Achini Perera (VC), Habeeba Bader, Indomatie Goordial, Mannat Hundal, Mohini Kalra, Krima Kapadia, Terisha Lavia, Vandana Mahajan, Kainat Qazi, Rabbjyot Rajput, Tiffany Thorpe, Vijayani Vithanage, Belinda Williams
Players to watch out:
Malena Lollo
The 24-year-old top-order batter, from 19 T20I innings, has accumulated 155 runs at a strike rate of 77.50, registering the highest of 53*. Malena followed up her score of 10 with a solid 41* and, though she departed cheaply for 1 in her most recent outing, given her form, she can be trusted for the runs.
Constanza Sosa
The 20-year-old pacer, from 28 T20Is, has picked up 29 wickets at an average of 13.62, an economy rate of 4.74, and recorded the best of 3/4, while also being handy with the bat. Constanza’s returns from this campaign read 3/16, 0/15, and 1/21, and she will be backed to continue in this form.
Achini Perera
The 24-year-old all-rounder, from 17 T20Is, has posted 172 runs at a strike rate of 66.40 and also picked up 6 wickets from 7 innings, with bests of 28* and 2/6. Achini kicked off this campaign with a fine 28* but has since departed for 5 and 4. It’ll be hoped she rediscovers her form, leading the scoring.
Mannat Hundal
The 18-year-old spinner, from 9 T20I outings, has scalped 15 wickets at an average of 10.33 and an economy rate of 5.34. Mannat conceded just 5 off her only over in her first game of this campaign and stepped up with returns of 3/19 and 2/17 in subsequent games. She can be relied upon for wickets.
Pitch:
The center wicket at St Albans Club heavily favors pacers, creating ideal conditions for bowling, as evidenced by the average score of 89. However, batters who settle in and find their rhythm can accumulate runs effectively.
Weather:
The conditions in Buenos Aires are forecast to be pleasant for the game, with clear, bright skies and little to no chance of rain. The temperature will be around 20°C, with light winds and a humidity level of 71%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Habeeba Bader, Malena Lollo, Alison Stocks, Achini Perera, Lucia Taylor, Amarpal Kaur, Albertina Galan, Terisha Lavia, Mariana Martinez, Mannat Hundal, Constanza Sosa
Match details:
Date – March 14, 2025
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – St Albans Club, Buenos Aires
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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