Shrachi Rarh Tigers and Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers will face off in the 2nd Semi-Final of the ongoing inaugural edition of the Women’s Bengal Pro Twenty20 (T20) League. The game will be played at the Jadavpur University Complex, Kolkata, on the 27th of June 2024, at 1:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Squads:
Shrachi Rarh Tigers – Titas Sadhu, Sujata Dey, Ankita Chakraborty, Dipa Das, Mamani Roy, Priyanka Kurmi, Sinjini Chakraborty, Mehek Hussain, Chandrima Biswas, Punam Soni, Roshni Tiwary, Rashmoni Das, Roshni Khatun, Rupal Tiwary, Taniya Ghosh, Remondina Khatun
Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers – Mita Paul, Tithi Das, Ananya Halder, Aruna Burman, Mamata Kisku, Arikhtha Manna, Ashmita Chatterjee, Sushmita Paul, Preyoshi Aich, Puja Adhikary, Sumana Mondal, Ipshita Mondal, Ekka Roy Choudhury, Bipasha Ghosh, Ritu Gayen, Nilanjana Barik
Players to watch out:
Ankita Chakraborty
The 22-year-old opening batter, at an average of 27.00, has accumulated 162 runs, including a highest score of 67*, from 7 outings in this competition, with a strike rate in the 90s. Although Ankita in her most recent outing departed for 3 (12), her recent scores read 67* (57), 43 (47), and 17 (23). Given her form, count on her to carry this form into the must-wins, leading the scoring.
Demondina Khatun
The 13-year-old bowler in this campaign, averaging 15.63 and maintaining an economy rate of 5.14, has bagged 8 wickets from 7 outings and registered a best of 2/8. While Demondina hasn’t been required with the bat, her bowling returns from her recent outings read 2/26, 2/8, 0/15, and 2/23, and the team will bank upon her to continue this form, delivering match-winning spells.
Mita Paul
The 29-year-old all-rounder in this competition, from 7 outings, has amassed 192 runs at an average of 32.00 and from 6 bowling innings, she has struck 8 wickets at an economy rate of 4.38. Mita had a bright start with the bat but in her recent outings departed for 10, 34, and 2. However, she has been consistent with the ball, returning figures of 3/15, 0/19, and 1/12. She can be relied upon for the goods.
Ananya Halder
The 23-year-old bowler has picked up 8 wickets from 6 outings at an average of 12.50 and an economy rate of 5.56, with a season-best of 3/9. Ananya has had a notable season thus far, producing bowling figures of 3/9, 0/25, 2/18, and 0/11 in her previous 4 outings. It’ll be expected that she capitalizes on this form, stepping up her efforts and finishing off her season on a high.
Pitch:
The Jadavpur University Complex is a low-scoring venue with significant purchase on offer for bowlers, especially spinners, leading to an average score in the 110s. Batters must quickly adapt to the slow wicket, and taking calculated risks can help post a competitive total.
Weather:
The conditions promise a complete game; however, with thundershowers on the radar, expect brief rain interruptions if the skies don’t clear. The temperature is forecasted to hover around 32°C, with light winds and a humidity level of 80%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Ankita Chakraborty, Sujata Dey, Mita Paul, Aruna Burman, Tithi Das, Mamani Roy, Roshni Khatun, Roshni Tiwary, Chandrima Biswas, Ananya Halder, Remondina Khatun
Match details:
Date – June 27, 2024
Time – 1:30 PM IST
Venue – Jadavpur University Complex, Kolkata
Broadcast – All games of the tournament will be live streamed on JioCinema and FanCode, and broadcasted on Sports18.