Bangladesh will face off against Pakistan for the Bronze Medal in the ongoing Asian Games. The Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field will be hosting this exciting clash on Monday, 25th September, 2023.
Squads:
Bangladesh: Fargana Hoque, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana(C), Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Shamima Sultana, Fahima Khatun, Lata Mondal, Marufa Akter, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Rabeya Khan, Disha Biswas, Shorna Akter, Sultana Khatun, Shathi Rani
Pakistan: Nida Dar (C), Aliya Riaz, Anoosha Nasir, Diana Baig, Muneeba Ali, Najiha Alvi, Nashra Sundhu, Nataliya Parvaiz, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Umm-e-Hani
Players to watch out:
Sadia Iqbal:
28-year-old Sadia Iqbal has been in good form and we can expect her to turn the match in Pakistan’s favor with her spin bowling. She has been bowling impressive spells, she was good in the series against South Africa and in the semi final took the important wicket of Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu. Pakistan will hope for a match-winning performance from her.
Nashra Sandhu:
25-year-old Nashra Sandhu is a pivotal player in the Pakistan side. In 45 T20I matches, she has taken 46 wickets which includes a magnificent 4-wicket haul. Despite going wicketless in the semi-final clash against Sri Lanka, she had the lowest economy rate amongst the bowlers. She will be a player that Bangladesh has to watch out for.
Fahima Khatun:
Fahima Khatun is an impressive bowler in the Bangladesh team. In 73 matches, she has taken 44 wickets with her best figures being 4/8. With the pitch assisting spinners, we can expect her to perform well in the game.
Nigar Sultana:
The captain of the Bangladesh side, Nigar Sultana will have to step up. While she was the only batter to have a double-digit score in the semi-final, she was run out by her poor decision-making. To win the bronze medal, Nigar Sultana will have to perform and lead the team at her best possible level.
Pitch:
The pitch at the Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field is expected to provide balanced playing conditions and an equal contest between the bat and ball can be expected. Amongst bowlers, expect spinners to be the most effective.
Weather:
Cloudy conditions can be expected during the match. The temperature is estimated to be 32 degree Celsius while humidity is expected to be 74%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Nigar Sultana, Muneeba Ali, Aliya Riaz, Sidra Ameen, Nida Dar, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Fahima Khatun, Diana Baig
Match details:
Date – 25th September, 2023
Time – 6:30 AM, IST
Venue – Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the SonyLiv App and Website and telecasted on the Sony Sports Network
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