Warm-up matches Womens T20 World Cup 2024 have offered valuable insights into team performances as they prepare for the main tournament. Several teams showcased strong performances, while others faced early setbacks.
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh both secured impressive wins in their respective warm-up matches. Sri Lanka dominated Scotland, restricting them to just 58 runs with a disciplined bowling attack led by Udeshika Prabodani and Sachini Nisansala. They won by five wickets, boosting their confidence ahead of the main event. Bangladesh, meanwhile, outplayed Pakistan with a 23-run win. Shorna Akter’s 28* off 17 balls helped Bangladesh post 140/7, and key wickets from Rabeya Khan ensured Pakistan couldn’t chase down the target.
New Zealand, Australia, and India also looked strong. New Zealand comfortably defeated South Africa by eight wickets, thanks to Melie Kerr’s all-round performance. Australia overcame England by 33 runs, with Beth Mooney and Tahlia McGrath leading the charge. India registered a 20-run win over the West Indies, overcoming early setbacks with Jemimah Rodrigues’ half-century and a late surge from Deepti Sharma.
Teams like Pakistan and West Indies struggled, showing inconsistencies in their batting lineups. These warm-up games highlight the importance of momentum and confidence leading into the World Cup, with teams like Sri Lanka and New Zealand looking particularly dangerous.
The warm-up matches for the ICC Women’s Cricket T20 World Cup 2024 took place from September 28 to October 1 in Dubai, involving all 10 participating teams. These matches gave teams an opportunity to fine-tune their preparations before the main tournament kicks off on October 3, 2024.
Warm-up Matches Womens T20 World Cup 2024 – schedule and results
Here’s an overview of the warm-up schedule and results:
September 28:
Pakistan W vs Scotland W:
Scotland won by 8 wickets (with 12 balls remaining).
Sri Lanka W vs Bangladesh W:
Sri Lanka women won by 33 runs.
September 29:
New Zealand W vs South Africa W:
New Zealand won by 8 wickets, driven by an all-round performance from Amelia Kerr.
India W vs West Indies W:
India triumphed, with Jemimah Rodrigues leading the charge with a half-century.
Australia W vs England W:
Australia clinched a win in a closely-fought match against their rivals. Australia won by 33 runs.
September 30:
Sri Lanka W vs Scotland W:
Sri Lanka won comfortably, with a dominant bowling performance.
Bangladesh W vs Pakistan W:
Bangladesh emerged victorious and won by 23 runs, maintaining good form.
October 1:
West Indies W vs Australia W:
England W vs New Zealand W:
South Africa W vs India W:
These matches allowed teams to assess their form and make final adjustments to team combinations before the tournament. Australia and India looked particularly strong during the warm-up phase, while Pakistan and New Zealand also delivered standout performances. These results hint at exciting matchups in the main event which starts from Oct 3, 2024.
