Women's Asia Cup 2024: Match 4, SL-W vs BAN-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between SL-W vs BAN-W?

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) will clash against Bangladesh Women (BAN-W) in Match 4 of the Women's Asia Cup 2024, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Dambulla, on Saturday, July 20. Both teams are placed in Group B alongside Malaysia and Thailand. 

The Chamari Athapaththu-led side recently played a white ball series against West Indies women at home. Though the hosts won the ODI series by a 3-0 margin. But in the shortest format, the side couldn't carry on the same momentum. The Lankans lost the series 2-1 but will be looking to put their past performances behind them and come back strong in the ongoing competition.

On the other hand, Bangladesh Women were previously on a five-match T20I tour to India. The star-studded India squad demolished the opposition and won the series by a 5-0 margin. Nigar Sultana-led team will be hoping to get a win in the first game to boost their confidence. 

Match Details 

Pitch Report

The Rangiri Dambulla surface is historically on the slower side with the spinners getting help. For the seamers, the strip offers a good amount of bounce making it hard for the batters to be anticipatory while batting. The team that wins the toss will look to bat first and try to put on a defendable score on the board. 

Check Out: Women's Asia Cup 2024 Schedule

Head-to-Head Record

SL-W vs BAN-W Probable Playing 11

Sri Lanka Women:

Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshi de Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Kaushani Nuthyangana (wk), Hasini Perera, Ama Kanchana, Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Kawya Kavindi.

Bangladesh Women:

Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana (C/wk), Dilara Akter, Nahida Akter, Sultana Khatun, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khan, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Fariha Trisna.

Probable Top Performers from SL-W vs BAN-W

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Sri Lankan opener Vishmi Gunaratne could be the best batter in the upcoming Women's Asia Cup 2024 fixture against Bangladesh Women. Gunaratne has been on an incredible run recently, as she was the highest run-scorer in the recently concluded series against West Indies. The right-hand batter scored 134 runs in three innings at an average of 44.66.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Marufa Akter could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against Sri Lanka women. The 19-year-old pacer could make the difference in the forthcoming clash. In the previous series against Indian women, Akter picked five wickets at an average of 13.00. The opposition batters need to be careful against Akter as she has the capability of picking crucial wickets. 

                  Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1  

Sri Lanka Women win the toss and opt to bat

Powerplay: 25-35

SL-W: 125-135

Sri Lanka Women win the match

 Scenario 2  

Bangladesh Women win the toss and opt to bat

Powerplay: 35-45

BAN-W: 135-145

Bangladesh Women win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.