The ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025 is reaching its thrilling conclusion, with the last day of the Super Six phase unfolding. All four semi-finalists are confirmed, setting the stage for an exciting clash in Match 12 between Australia and Sri Lanka. Australia, with an impeccable 4-0 record, will look to maintain their winning momentum. On the other hand, Sri Lanka, having won 2 out of their 3 matches, will aim to bounce back after their recent match against Scotland was abandoned due to rain. This highly anticipated match is scheduled for January 29, 2025, at 12:00 PM IST, at the YSD-UKM Cricket Oval in Bangi.
Squads:
Australia Women’s U19 Cricket Team:
Chloe Ainsworth, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Caoimhe Bray, Ella Briscoe, Maggie Clark, Hasrat Gill, Lucy Hamilton, Amy Hunter, Sara Kennedy, Eleanor Larosa, Grace Lyons, Ines McKeon, Juliette Morton, Kate Pelle, Tegan Williamson
Sri Lanka Women’s U19 Cricket Team:
Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi, Vimoksha Balasooriya, Hiruni Hansika, Sumudu Nisansala, Dahami Sanethma, Rashmi Nethranjali, Sashini Gimhani, Asheni Thalagune, Pramudi Methsara, Chamodi Praboda, Sanjana Kavindi, Danuli Thennakoon, Limansa Thilakaratne, Shehara Induwari
Players to watch out:
Caoimhe Bray
The 15-year-old pacer has impressed in Australia’s premier T20 competition, the WBBL, picking up 10 wickets from 10 matches at an economy rate of 7.42. In the World Cup so far, she has delivered standout performances: 3/1 against Scotland, 2/18 against Bangladesh, 45 & 0/8 against Nepal, and 11* & 2/9 against West Indies. Her all-round ability makes her a key player to watch.
Lucy Hamilton
The 18-year-old pacer has been outstanding in Australia’s T20 circuit, finishing with 12 wickets from 7 games at an economy rate of 5.00. In this World Cup, she scored 52*(41) in a warm-up and has continued her good form with scores of 30 against Bangladesh and 28 against West Indies. Expect her to play a pivotal role with both bat and ball.
Chamodi Praboda
Sri Lanka’s standout bowler, Praboda has consistently been a game-changer with her remarkable performances. During the warm-ups, she picked up 3/6 against Samoa and continued to shine in the group stage with figures of 3/5 against Malaysia, 3/16 against West Indies, and 1/23 against India. Her knack for picking up wickets will be crucial for Sri Lanka.
Manudi Nanayakkara
The 17-year-old top-order batter has been in solid form, registering impressive scores in U19 competitions, including 74*, 5, and 33 in the U19 Asia Cup. She carried that momentum into the World Cup warm-ups with scores of 13(10) and 31*(26). She has also contributed with the ball, taking key wickets in the World Cup. Her all-round capabilities make her an exciting player to watch.
Pitch:
The YSD-UKM Cricket Oval provides a challenging surface for both batters and bowlers. The pitch favors pacers, who will enjoy the assistance on offer, while batters may find it difficult to score freely. A competitive target of around 130 runs is expected. Teams opting to bowl first may have an advantage due to the unpredictable nature of the pitch.
Weather:
The forecast predicts a temperature of around 33°C with high humidity at 69%, accompanied by light winds. Clouds are expected to hover, but no rain is anticipated, ensuring an uninterrupted match.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kate Pelle, Lucy Hamilton, Eleanor Larosa, Caoimhe Bray, Hasrat Gill, Tegan Williamson, Chloe Ainsworth, Chamodi Praboda, Manudi Nanayakkara, Pramudi Methsara, Rashmika Sewwandi
Match details:
Date: January 29, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM IST
Venue: YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi
Live Streaming: Available on Hotstar for Indian viewers.
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