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AUS-W vs NZ-W 3rd T20I: Crucial face-off ahead of World Cup

Monday, 23-Sep-2024
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Australia Women and New Zealand Women are gearing up to clash in the third and final T20I match of their series on Tuesday at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay. With the Australian Women already having sealed the series with victories in the first two encounters, this match carries significant implications for New Zealand Women, as they look to restore some pride ahead of the T20I World Cup.

Australian Women amid home advantage have demonstrated dominance in the last two games. With an incredible bowling and batting attack in the first two matches, Australia have also highlighted their preparedness ahead of the World Cup. With the series already in the bag,  Australia will be eager to finish on a high note, aiming for a clean sweep. 

For New Zealand Women, the situation is markedly different. Having faced defeats in the first two matches, they will be focused on salvaging pride in the final T20I. This match serves as a crucial preparatory phase for the T20 World Cup, making the need for a strong performance in the final game. 

AUS-W probable XI: Alyssa Healy (c&wk), Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Heather Graham, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Megan Schutt, Tayla Vlaeminck

NZ-W probable XI: Suzie Bates (c), Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Leigh Kasperek, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Molly Penfold, Fran Jonas

 

 

 

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