The second T20I of the South Africa Women’s tour of Pakistan will take place on Wednesday at the Multan Cricket Stadium. Pakistan will be looking to bounce back after a narrow 10-run defeat in the series opener.

Pakistan‘s batting lineup is led by the experienced duo of Muneeba Ali and Nida Dar. Both players have been in good form and will be key for Pakistan’s chances. Sidra Ameen is another player to watch out for. She has the ability to score quickly and could be a valuable asset for Pakistan.

The Pakistan bowling attack is led by Fatima Sana and Diana Baig. Both bowlers have the ability to swing the ball and can be difficult to face. Nashra Sandhu and Tuba Hassan are other bowlers who can be effective.

South Africa‘s batting lineup is led by Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits. Both players are in good form and will be difficult to dismiss. Marizanne Kapp is another player to watch out for. She is a dangerous all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.

The South Africa bowling attack is led by Ayabonga Khaka and Tumi Sekhukhune. Both bowlers are experienced and can be difficult to face. Nonkululeko Mlaba is another bowler who can be effective.

This is expected to be a closely contested match. Both teams have talented players and are capable of winning on their day. However, South Africa have the momentum from their win in the first T20I and may have a slight edge going into this match.

South Africa Women’s tour of Pakistan 2024: PK-W vs SA-W

Date and Time: September 18: 02:00 pm GMT / 07:00 pm local/ 07:30 pm IST
Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan

Multan Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The Multan Cricket Stadium pitch for the second T20I is expected to offer significant assistance to spinners. The surface is likely to be slow and low, providing a challenge for batters who rely on pace and bounce. The pitch’s characteristics could favour teams with strong spin bowling units.

Slow and low: The pitch is expected to be slow and low, making it difficult for batters to score quickly.
Spin-friendly: The pitch will likely offer significant assistance to spinners, with the ball turning and bouncing.
Challenges for pace bowlers: Pace bowlers may struggle to extract bounce from the pitch, making it difficult to generate wickets.

Overall, the Multan Cricket Stadium pitch is expected to favour teams with strong spin bowling units. Batters will need to be patient and adjust to the slow pace of the pitch.

PK-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

Wicketkeeper: Muneeba Ali
Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits
All-rounders: Chloe Tryon, Marizanne Kapp, Nida Dar, Fatima Sana
Bowlers: Ayabonga Khaka, Nashra Sandhu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Sadia Iqbal

PK-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Captain, and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Marizanne Kapp (c), Nida Dar (vc)
Choice 2: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Nashra Sandhu (vc)

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PK-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Aliya Riaz, Sune Luus, Seshnie Naidu, Gull Feroza

PK-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (September 18, 02:00 pm GMT):

(Screengrab: Dream11)

Squads:

Pakistan Women: Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali(w), Sidra Ameen, Nida Dar, Sadaf Shamas, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana(c), Tuba Hassan, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Omaima Sohail, Iram Javed, Diana Baig

South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt(c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta(w), Seshnie Naidu, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayanda Hlubi, Mieke de Ridder, Nadine de Klerk

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.

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