A-sides of Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will go head-to-head for match no. 5 of the Women’s Twenty20 (T20) Emerging Asia Cup. The match is scheduled to take place on the 14th of June, 2023, at 6:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST), at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong.
Bangladesh A showcased their dominance with a comprehensive 97-run win over Malaysia, while Sri Lanka A kicked off their campaign with a thrilling 3-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates in a closely contested match.
Squads:
Sri Lanka A – Sathya Sandeepani (C), Malsha Shehani (VC), Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Nimesha Madushani, Madushika Methtananda, Sachini Nisansala, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Nilakshana Sandamini, Tharika Sewwandi, Rashmi Silva, Umesha Thimashini, Dewmi Vihanga, Piyumi Wathsala
Bangladesh A – Lata Mondal (C), Sobhana Mostary (VC), Dilara Akter, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Shorna Akter, Disha Biswas, Rubya Haider, Rabeya Khan, Murshida Khatun, Sultana Khatun, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Shathi Rana, Fariha Trisna
Players to watch out:
Madushika Methtananda
The 28-year-old all-rounder debuted for the senior national side back in 2019, however, only played a game. Madushika in the opener scored an unbeaten 11* and with the ball produced figures of 4/16.
Nimesha Madushani
The 23-year-old left-arm spinner registered figures of 2/17 (4) against the United Arab Emirates and struck wickets of keeper-batter Judit Peter and the sides’ regular international Vaishnave Mahesh.
Murshida Khatun
The 23-year-old opening batter in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), in 32 innings has scored 565 runs, including the highest of 77*. Murshida in the opener against Malaysia batted brilliantly for her 57*.
Marufa Akter
The 18-year-old pacer, in T20Is, in 6 innings has struck 7 wickets, while has got the best figures of 3/23. Marufa continues to raise her bowling stocks registering figures of 1/16 (4) in the opener.
Pitch:
The center wicket at the venue heavily favors the pacers, making it a bowler-friendly pitch. However, batters with strong tactical skills and shot selection can still find ways to accumulate runs. The average score on this pitch is in the 110s, suggesting the challenge for batsmen.
Weather:
With scattered thundershowers on the radar throughout the match duration, rain could once play spoilsport, potentially resulting in a washout. The temperature is expected to hover around 29°C, with light winds and a humidity level of 80%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Nilakshana Sandamini, Vishmi Gunaratne, Murshida Khatun, Sultana Khatun, Shorna Akter, Rabeya Khan, Madushika Methtananda, Malsha Shehani, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Nimesha Madushani
Match details:
Date – June 14, 2023
Time – 6:30 AM IST
Venue – Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong
Broadcast – All games of the tournament will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.