Australia won the Women’s T20 World Cup after defeating South Africa by 19 runs through an outstanding effort from the whole bowling unit and a stunning knock by Beth Mooney.

The Wolvaardt-Tryon combination aided the South Africans mount a valiant comeback in the middle overs, but they ultimately lost wickets at a rapid rate to lose the match . It has been difficult to hit speed off into this worn wicket.  Prior triumphs for Australia occurred in 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018 and 2020. South Africa will get their fairytale finish at home if they find a way to halt the Australian juggernaut in the Women’s T20 World Cup final today.

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South Africa showed commendable fighting spirit to upset England in the semifinal but they will need to stitch together a perfect game to topple the mighty Australia, who are the record five-time champions and are in their seventh successive final.

South Africa was given a goal of 157 for victory, but they were only able to reach 137 for six, shattering their chances of winning the trophy in their first finals appearance. The Proteas’ opening batswoman Laura Wolvaardt kept the game close while she was on the field, but her dismissal in the 17th over for 61 (48 balls) put an end to their first title hopes. Australia would thank Mooney for the way she played despite losing her opening partner Alyssa Healy (18).

The hosts are in the Finals. After their loss to Sri Lanka, and with selection issues due to their fitness criteria, the odds were highly against South Africa to get this far. South Africa though are proving that their methods and ability works as they now make the Finals after a tight win to England. Against them though are the favorites, who have been dominating Cricket in the most dominating fashion in recent times. The current Australian unit looks unbeatable. Even when they are down and out, they have shown their ability to fight back in the Australian way as they refuse to give up regardless of the match situation.

AUS-W vs SA-W Match Details

Date: February 26th 2023

Time:  6:30 PM IST

Venue: Cape Town

AUS-W vs SA-W Weather Report

The Weather at Cape Town is pretty good for the upcoming game.

AUS-W vs SA-W Pitch Report

A flat track with some dryness is expected at Cape town. Batting first will be a better option.

AUS-W vs SA-W head-to-Head

Played- 6 | South Africa Women -0 | Australia Women- 6 | No Result- 0 | Tie- 0

AUS-W vs SA-W Predicted Playing XI

South Africa Women Playing XI

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus (c), Chloe Tryon, Delmi Tucker, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Australia Women Playing XI

Meg Lanning, Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney, Ashleigh Gardner, Ellyse Perry, Grace Harris, Talhia McGrath, Jess Jonassen, Alana King, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown

AUS-W vs SA-W Key Players

Shabnim Ismail

Shabnim Ismail held her composure really well to complete what was a dream come true. Bowling the Final over in a Semi-Final is something she would have pictured on numerous occasions, and she finally got to do the job. She is the fastest bowler in the tournament and if anyone can push the mighty Australians it will be her. South Africa will hope the famous C-word does not affect them and to prevent any such occurrences of the word, Shabnim Ismail will be key.

Beth Moony

A duck in the previous game has Beth Mooney get off to a bad start to this World Cup. She is normally very consistent at the top and a good innings will extend the fear factor in a dominating Australian line-up.

AUS-W vs SA-W Match Tips

Australia are as clinical as ever in this tournament. Their line-up, depth and professionalism has been spot on. South Africa the hosts have a huge job on hand, but the pressure and skill applied by the Australians could be a little too much for them.

Match Prediction: South Africa Will Win the Match

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Preview

Australia will take on South Africa in the Women’s T20 World Cup final at Newlands in Cape Town. This will be the first-ever final appearance for South Africa Women. Sune Luus led the hosts to a thrilling win over England Women in the semi-final with the bowlers staging a comeback for the side. In their last encounter, Australia restricted South Africa Women to just 124 runs bowling first in the group stage match. South Africa Women have bounced back since then with the openers scoring back-to-back fifties in the last two games. Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits will be the key players for South Africa in the final.

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Details

Australia-W vs South Africa-W – Final

Venue: Newlands – Cape town

Date & Time: 26th February 2023 at 06:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Pitch Report

With a quick outfit and consistent bounce on the wicket, a par score will be between 155 – 165. There is turn as well as good pace and carry on this pitch.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

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AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Probable Playing XIs:

Australia-W Probable Playing XIs

Beth Mooney (wk), Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, Meg Lanning (c), Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Grace Harris, Georgia Wareham, Jess Jonassen, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sune Luus (c), Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Topmost Picks for AUS-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction, Final:

Top Picks – Australia-W

• Meg Lanning- The skipper produced typically well-paced innings in the semi-final. She finished unbeaten on 49 not out and will be relishing the opportunity to bat on the same pitch.
• Megan Schutt- Only Sophie Ecclestone has taken more wickets in the tournament than the experienced Australian pace bowler. She dismissed opener Shafali Verma on Thursday.

Top Picks – South Africa-W

• Laura Wolvaardt- the 23-year-old right-handed opener comes into this final in excellent form after hitting 66 not out and 53 at this venue in her last two innings.
• Tazmin Brits- the 32-year-old took the Player of the Match Award after top scoring with 68 runs and taking four catches in the semi-final victory.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for AUS-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team:

Beth Mooney, Meg Lanning, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits(VC), Alyssa Healy(C), Ashleigh Gardner, Darcie Brown, Marizanne Kapp, Megan Schutt, Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for AUS-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team:

Beth Mooney, Meg Lanning, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Ashleigh Gardner(C), Ellyse Perry, Marizanne Kapp(VC), Megan Schutt, Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Alyssa Healy, Ashleigh Gardner

Vice-captain – Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp

Wicketkeeper – Alyssa Healy

AUS-W vs SA-W Final Probable Winners:

Australia Women are targeting their sixth Women’s T20 World Cup title from the last seven tournaments and have everything in their squad to win this final. However, South Africa Women showed that they have talent and fight in their semi-final victory and they will not make things easy with bat or ball for the reigning champions. We expect South Africa Women to have some moments when they are on top but overall we expect Australia Women to be too strong and to get the win. Considering the team combination, Australia-W is expected to win this match.