Sri Lanka are still looking for a win. They have a really good line-up but their acceleration in the middle overs particularly on slow surfaces is a problem as they seem to be getting stuck. New Zealand too got off to a good start against India but struggled against neighbours Australia and will be looking to get closer to a Semi-Final spot with a good win here.

NZ-W vs SL-W Match Details

Date: October 12th, 2024

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Sharjah International Cricket Stadium

NZ-W vs SL-W Weather Report

A hot evening with minimal dew is expected.

NZ-W vs SL-W Pitch Report

Spin is likely to play a large part int he upcoming game. Batting first with the dew factor unlikely is a better option.

NZ-W vs SL-W Predicted Playing XI

NZ-W Playing XI

Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabelle Gaze, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson

SL-W Playing XI

Vishmi Gurunaratne, Chamari Athapathu, Harshitha Samarwickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Hasini Perera, Anushka Sanjeewani, Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshini, Udeshika Prabodhani, Sachini Nisansala

NZ-W vs SL-W Key Players

Amelia Kerr

Kerr is a top all-rounder going around. However her record against Australia like many New Zealand legends is something which leaves a lot to wonder. She has the technique on spin-friendly tracks and a performance from her will be the major difference.

Chamari Athapaththu

Chamari Athapaththu is into the twilight stage of her career but is also enjoying a rich vein of form. She carried her side to an Asia Cup win and is a Sri Lankan Women's Cricket legend. She loves a challenge and will be eager to set the tournament alight with her performance.

See Also: Women's T20 World Cup 2024: Ranking all ten participating teams based on their final squads (cricketwinner.com)

NZ-W vs SL-W Match Tips

New Zealand will start favorites for certain with Sri Lanka's recent struggles.

Match Prediction: New Zealand Will Win the Match