Machibet777 BetSemi-Final 2: Malawi Women vs Sierra Leone Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming

It’s crunch time in the T20 World Cup Africa Division Two Regional Qualifier, as Semi-Final 2 brings a high-stakes clash between two determined sides, Malawi and Sierra Leone. With a spot in the final at stake, this semi-final promises a gripping battle, one between a side riding the wave of momentum and another looking to peak at the perfect time.

Sierra Leone enters the knockout stage in formidable form, unbeaten in all three of their league matches, with consistent contributions from both bat and ball. Malawi, on the other hand, have shown resilience and flair, winning two of their three games in the group stage.

Squads:

Malawi Women’s Cricket Team

Ketrina Chingaipe (C), Lucy Bigula, Angela Lumbe, Sophina Chinawa, Praise Maziya, Sungeni Kananji, Esther Richard, Lydia Dimba, Lucy Malino, Febbe Malefula, Eva Kabwere, Christina Bwanali, Triphonia Luka, Lucy Wesley

Sierra Leone Women’s Cricket Team

Aminata B. Kamara (C), Emma Kamara, Fatu Conteh, Zainab Kamara, Celina Bull, Patricia Pratt, Hussainatu Sawanneh, Linda Bull, Alice Fillie, Fatu Pessima, Marie Turay, Isha Kariatu Bangura, Hassanatu Sawanah, Ann Marie Kamara

Player to watch out:

Lydia Dimba

Lydia brings a solid balance of experience and form. In 3 qualifier matches, she has picked up 2 wickets (best of 1/3) and scored 68 runs with the highest of 42, showcasing her all-round prowess. In 19 WT20Is, she has scored 309 runs, including a career-best 74*, along with picking 15 wickets in 16 innings, making her a consistent contributor in both departments.

Lucy Malino

One of the standout performers in the regional qualifiers, Lucy Malino currently leads the wicket-taking charts with 7 wickets in 3 matches, her best being a fiery 4/14. In WT20Is, she has bagged 21 wickets in 17 outings. She is a crucial pick, especially for her powerplay and death overs impact.

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Aminata B. Kamara

A dependable all-rounder and captain leading from the front, Kamara has proven herself as a cornerstone of Sierra Leone’s women’s squad. In 39 WT20Is, she has racked up 534 runs and 27 wickets. In the ongoing regional qualifiers, she’s been in outstanding form, scoring 68 runs from 3 innings, including the highest score of 46, and has also chipped in with the ball, picking 3 wickets (3/3).

Linda Bull

Linda Bull has stepped up with the ball in key moments, making herself a match-winner. In 3 qualifier matches so far, she has claimed 6 wickets, including a remarkable spell of 4/10. Overall, in WT20Is, she has taken 25 wickets in 22 innings and has also scored 194 runs with the best of an unbeaten 21.

Pitch:

The pitch at the Botswana Cricket Association Oval 1, tends to favour bowlers, especially spinners and those using cutters. Low scores are common, and batting first is typically the smarter choice due to the surface wearing out later in the game.

Weather:

The weather in Gaborone promises a near-perfect day for cricket, with bright sunshine. The temperature will hover around 7°C, remaining overcast, and the humidity levels peaking at 96%, but there’s no threat of rain.

Fantasy Playing XI:

Aminata B. Kamara, Linda Bull, Lucy Malino, Lydia Dimba, Emma Kamara, Zainab Kamara, Patricia Pratt, Angela Lumbe, Eva Kabwere, Esther Richard, Alice Fillie