It’s do-or-die time for the Proteas as they take on tournament favourites Australia in a match that pretty much have to win. Australia breezed past Sri Lanka in their last outing to maintain their perfect record in three matches.
South Africa vs Australia | Womens’s T20 World Cup | Saturday 18 February 2023 | St George’s Park, Gqeberha | 19:00
To Win Match
South Africa 57/10 | Tie 25/1 | Australia 1/9
The Proteas bowlers made up for the faltering top order last time out as New Zealand capitulated chasing a modest target.
That top-order problem remains as South Africa have put themselves behind the game in their powerplay efforts.
South Africa need a big performance from Laura Wolvaardt if they are to throw Australia off their game.
Chloe Tryon was the star in the victory over New Zealand with both bat and ball and appears in a match-winning mood.
Beth Mooney and Alyssa Healy would not be moved in the Thursday night win over Sri Lanka as Australia barely broke a sweat.
Grace Harris was miserly with the ball setting up the strike bowlers to rip the heart out of the opposition.
Megan Schutt was the bowler who bagged the wickets in their midweek outing, but they have so many game-changers in their ranks.
Meg Lanning’s leadership is a huge x-factor for Australia and makes them the clear favourites.
Verdict: Australia 1/9
Australia are looking to complete their group stage unbeaten and should prove too good for the hosts.
