Pitch and Weather Conditions
The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium provides a balanced contest for both batters and bowlers.
Early on, fast bowlers can exploit the bounce and carry, while spinners will gain traction as the game progresses. With clear skies predicted, conditions are ideal for a full and uninterrupted game.
Team Previews
India Women (IND-W)
Entering the semi-finals with an unbeaten record, India Women have been dominant throughout the group stage. Their batting line-up, led by the explosive Shafali Verma and the experienced Harmanpreet Kaur, has been exceptional.
Deepti Sharma and Pooja Vastrakar add depth to their bowling attack, making them formidable contenders for the title.
Bangladesh Women (BAN-W)
Bangladesh Women have shown resilience, securing their semi-final spot with back-to-back victories. Murshida Khatun and Nigar Sultana have been instrumental in their success, providing stability with the bat. The bowling duo of Rabeya Khan and Nahida Akter will be key in restricting the powerful Indian batting line-up.
Key Players
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- Shafali Verma (IND-W): With 158 runs in 3 matches, Shafali Verma has been India's batting dynamo.
Her aggressive approach and ability to accelerate make her a crucial asset.
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- Deepti Sharma (IND-W): Deepti Sharma stands out with 8 wickets in 3 matches. Her all-round capabilities, including vital middle-order runs, make her indispensable
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- Murshida Khatun (BAN-W): Murshida Khatun, with 130 runs in 2 matches, has been Bangladesh's top performer.
Her recent form, including a stellar 80 against Malaysia, highlights her importance.
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- Nigar Sultana (BAN-W): Nigar Sultana, the wicketkeeper-batter, has scored 110 runs in the tournament. Her consistency and leadership will be pivotal for Bangladesh.
IND-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Prediction
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- Wicketkeepers: Nigar Sultana, Richa Ghosh
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- Batters: Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Murshida Khatun
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- All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Ritu Moni
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- Bowlers: Renuka Singh Thakur, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan
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- Vice-Captain: Murshida Khatun
Team News
Both teams are expected to field their strongest XIs, with no injury concerns reported.
Any updates will be provided as they arise.
IND-W vs BAN-W Probable Playing XI
India Women
Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Renuka Singh Thakur, Tanuja Kanwar, Arundhati Reddy
Bangladesh Women
Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Murshida Khatun, Rumana Ahmed, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Shorna Akter, Sabikun Nahar Jesmin, Jahanara Alam, Dilara Akter, Ishma Tanjim
India Women vs Bangladesh Women Squads
India
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Uma Chetry (WK), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Sajana Sajeevan.
Bangladesh
Nigar Sultana Joty (C & WK), Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Shorifa Khatun, Ritu Moni, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Sultana Khatun, Jahanara Alam, Dilara Akter, Ishma Tanjim, Rabeya Khan, Rumana Ahmed, Marufa Akter, Sabikun Nahar Jesmin.