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The first semifinal of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 will be played in Dubai tonight (Thursday, October 17). It is a rematch of last year's final, where Australia beat South Africa.
The two teams will square off once again at the grand stage, this time in the semi-final stage. Australia topped the Group A points table with four wins in four matches, while South Africa finished second in Group B, registering three victories in four games.
Looking at the performance of the two teams in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 so far, Australia will start as the favorites to win tonight's game. Before the semi-final contest starts, here's a preview of this high-stakes fixture.
Australia vs South Africa probable XIs
Australia Women
Grace Harris, Beth Mooney (wk), Georgia Wareham, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath (c), Annabel Sutherland, Sophie Molineux, Darcie Brown and Megan Schutt.
South Africa Women
Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Marianne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Ayabonga Khaka and Nonkululeko Mlaba.
Australia vs South Africa pitch report
The pitch in Dubai has helped the batters, but a few nights ago, New Zealand bowled Pakistan out for just 56 runs on this ground. Anything around 160 should be a fantastic first-innings score in this high-pressure game at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Australia vs South Africa weather forecast
A clear night sky is expected for the first semifinal of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024. The temperature will stay around 32 degrees Celsius. There is a one percent chance of rain during the match hours, but it should not have a major impact on the game.
Australia vs South Africa Women's T20 World Cup 2024 semifinal live streaming details
India: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD (TV) and Disney+ Hotstar (Live streaming)
Australia: Amazon Prime Video
South Africa: SuperSport.
