The 2nd Semi-final of the ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2023 will take place at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom on January 27 between Australia and England. Though Bangladesh defeated Australia in the opening match of the inaugural Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup, they played with enough precision to guarantee that no more mishaps were going into the semifinal.
They excelled, particularly in the match against India, although they came in second place in Super Six Group 1 due to India’s more substantial net run rate. Amy Smith and Maggie Clark are the players to watch out for. By effectively using her height, Clark has taken nine wickets, the second-most in the tournament so far. She made ideal contact with the ground and could generate enough movement to keep the batters off balance. On the other hand, Amy Smith led the run chase against India and remained unbeaten. She established a 51-run partnership with Claire Moore, scoring 26 of 25 deliveries.
England performed brilliantly in this competition. They began their campaign by dismissing Zimbabwe for 25. They then dismissed Rwanda for 45. They then defeated Pakistan. They dominated their two Super Six matches by thrashing West Indies and Ireland. As a result, they go to the semi-final with the best net run rate of any team, 5.088.
With 269 runs at a strike rate of 137.94, including three half-centuries, Grace Scrivens, the skipper, has dominated the tournament. In the match against Rwanda, Liberty Heap slugged a 35-ball 64 to carry a powerful punch. In her blitzkrieg, she destroyed a dozen boundaries and won the player of the match. Together with her opening partner and captain, Grace Scrivens, they combined for a 124-run partnership.
ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2023: Australia U19 vs England U19 – Match Details, Live Streaming, When and Where To Watch
Date: January 27, 2023, 05:15 pm IST
Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
Live Streaming: Fans can watch the live coverage of each of the 41 matches in the inaugural tournament in the following countries – India (FanCode), Pakistan (PTV and ARY ZAP), Bangladesh (Rabbithole), UK (Sky Sports), Sub-Saharan Africa (Supersport), West Indies (ESPN Caribbean), Boland Park, Paarl (Venue Guide), USA (Willow TV and ESPN+), MENA (Etisalat and Starzplay), Malaysia (Astro), New Zealand (Sky Sport), Australia (Fox Sports)
However, Star Sports remain the ICC’s global broadcast partner and they have licensed rights to international broadcasters for selected matches as well.
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ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2023: Australia U19 vs England U19 – Pitch Report and Weather Forecast
This field’s surface is ideal for fast bowlers. In the beginning, pacers will benefit from good bounce and swing, while spinners will enter the game in the second half. The day’s peak temperature is expected to be 33 degrees Celsius. There is a 20% probability of precipitation and 36% humidity.
ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2023: Australia U19 vs England U19 – Probable Playing XIs
Australia Playing XI: Kate Pelle, P Hall(C), Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Eleanor Larosa, Milly Illingworth, Ella Wilson, Charis Bekker, Sara Kennedy, Rhys McKenna, Amy Smith
England Playing XI: Grace Scrivens (c), Liberty Heap, Davina Sarah T Perrin, Seren Smale, Ryana Macdonald Gay, Josie Groves, Maddie Grace Ward (wk), Emma Marlow, Ellie Anderson, Alexa Stonehouse, Hannah Baker
ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2023: Australia U19 vs England U19 – Squads
Australia: Chloe Ainsworth, Jade Allen, Charis Bekker, Paris Bowdler, Maggie Clark, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Ella Hayward, Milly Illingworth, Eleanor Larosa, Rhys McKenna, Claire Moore, Kate Pelle, Amy Smith, Ella Wilson, Sara Kennedy
Reserves: Paris Hall, Samira Dimeglio, Sara Kennedy, Olivia Henry, Ananaya Sharma
England: Grace Scrivens (c), Liberty Heap, Davina Sarah T Perrin, Seren Smale, Ryana Macdonald Gay, Josie Groves, Maddie Grace Ward (wk), Emma Marlow, Ellie Anderson, Alexa Stonehouse, Hannah Baker, Sophia Smale, Niamh Fiona Holland, Charis Pavely, Lizzie Scott
ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2023: Australia U19 vs England U19 – Dream11 Predictions
K Pelle (WK), N Holland, A Smith, E Hayward, G Scrivens (C), L Hamilton, A Stonehouse, S Smale, H Baker, E Anderson, M Clark (VC)
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