The national women’s teams of Scotland and Papua New Guinea will go up against each other in match no. 2 of the ongoing tri-nation One-Day International (ODI) series in the Netherlands. The game is scheduled for 2:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST) on the 6th of August 2024, at the Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd, Utrecht.
Squads:
Scotland – Chloe Abel, Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Olivia Bell, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Maryam Faisal, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Saskia Horley, Lorna Jack, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Niamh Muir, Nayma Sheikh, Ellen Watson
Papua New Guinea – Brenda Tau (C), Sibona Jimmy, Tanya Ruma, Lakshmi Rajadurai, Pauke Siaka, Isabel Toua, Naoani Vare, Geua Tom, Kevau Frank, Henao Thomas, Vicky Araa, Buruka Vicky, Dika Lohia, Mahuta Jayphert
Players to watch out:
Saskia Horley
The 24-year-old all-rounder, in her only ODI earlier this year, opening the batting, scored a fine 62 (76), and returned figures of 3/22 (7). In Australia’s 2023-24 premier 50-over competition, she amassed 274 runs from 9 outings at an average of 30.44, and bagged 3 wickets from 7 outings, with her bests being 89 and 2/30. Given her success and experience in the format, she can be relied upon for all-round efforts.
Priyanaz Chatterji
The 30-year-old all-rounder, from 5 ODI appearances, has accumulated 70 runs, including a highest score of 33, while also striking 3 wickets, maintaining an economy rate of 4.86. Priyanaz, in her most recent ODI campaign earlier this year, registered scores of 4 and 33, alongside bowling figures of 1/15 and 1/26. She has been in notable form of late and will be counted on for the goods.
Tanya Ruma
The 31-year-old top-order batter, from 5 ODIs, has added 130 runs to the tally at an average of 32.59. Tanya registered scores of 20 and a career-best of 80* in her most recent ODI campaign earlier this year. With over 1200 runs at an average of 34.37 from 48 T20Is, she has been successful in international cricket. She is a reliable anchor and will be banked upon to lead the scoring.
Sibona Jimmy
The 31-year-old all-rounder has posted 102 runs and secured 9 wickets from 5 ODIs, registering bests of 57 and 4/22. In T20Is, Sibona has amassed 672 runs from 45 innings, while from 48 outings, she has secured 46 wickets, registering bests of 58* and 4/13. Sibona wasn’t much among the runs in her most recent ODI campaign but compensated with the ball and should be backed to step up her efforts.
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Pitch:
The center wicket at Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd offers favorable conditions for bowlers, particularly pacers, leading to an average score in the 170s. Batters face challenges on this wicket but can convert their starts once they find their rhythm.
Weather:
It’ll be a bright, sunny day in Utrecht, and the temperature is expected to hover around the mid-20s (°C), with light winds and humidity at 60%. The absence of rain promises us a complete game of cricket.
Fantasy playing XI:
Brenda Tau, Saskia Horley, Pauke Siaka, Tanya Ruma, Sibona Jimmy, Priyanaz Chatterji, Henao Thomas, Darcey Carter, Vicky Araa, Abtaha Maqsood, Buruka Vicky
Match details:
Date – August 6, 2024
Time – 2:30 PM IST
Venue – Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd, Utrecht
Broadcast – T.B.C.