The highly anticipated warm-up match between the Australia Women and the West Indies Women as part of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 is set to take place on October 1, 2024, at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai. This match marks one of the final preparations for both teams before the main tournament kicks off.
Match Details
The match, scheduled as the 8th warm-up encounter, will begin at 07:30 PM local time (GMT +4) and 2:00 PM GMT. Fans can expect an exciting clash between two strong contenders in the women's cricket arena.
Squads and Key Players
The Australia Women's squad boasts a formidable lineup, including Grace Harris, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Annabel Sutherland, and the experienced Ellyse Perry and Alyssa Healy. On the other hand, the West Indies Women's team will rely on the skills of Chedean Nation, Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, and the dynamic Hayley Matthews.
Tournament Context
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, hosted in the United Arab Emirates, will see Australia, the defending champions, aiming to extend their dominance after winning the past three T20 World Cups. The main tournament is scheduled from October 3 to 20, with group matches running until October 15, followed by semi-finals on October 17-18, and the final on October 20.
This warm-up match is crucial for both teams as they fine-tune their strategies and assess their team dynamics before the competitive group stage begins.
