Women's Asia Cup 2022: BAN-W vs TL-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Asia Cup match?

The 2022 edition of the Women’s Asia Cup is all set to begin on October 1 (Saturday). Defending champions and the host nation Bangladesh Women will begin their title defense by taking on Thailand Women in the first match of the competition. 

The home team are clear favorites to win the match but Thailand Women will look to play some good cricket and try to surprise the defending champions. Bangladesh  on the other hand will like to start their campaign on a perfect note after winning the first game.

Match Details

Venue: Sylhet Outer Cricket Stadium, Sylhet

Date & Time: October 1, 8:30 AM

Where to Watch: Star Sports Network

Pitch Report

A slow wicket is expected at the Sylhet Cricket Stadium as the batters will need to toil hard for runs. The batting team will require to make the most of the field restrictions as it won't be easy to score runs as the ball gets old. The skipper winning the toss might want to have a bowl first. 

Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh Women:

Nigar Sultana (c and wk), Murshida Khatun, Rumana Ahmed, Sobhana Mostary, Fargana Hoque, Salma Khatun, Ritu Moni, Lata Mondal, Nahida Akter, Sanjida Akter, Shohely Akhter

Thailand Women:

Sornnarin Tippoch, Nattaya Boochatham, Naruemol Chaiwai (c), Nannapat Koncharoenkai (wk), Nattakan Chantam, Rosenan Kanoh, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Phannita Maya, Thipatcha Putthawong, Nanthita Boonsukham, Suwanan Khiaoto

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

Nigar Sultana:

Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana is expected to play a crucial role in the tournament opener for her team. She has been in good touch with the bat, making 204 runs in her last eight innings and will want to put up a match-winning effort for her team in the upcoming encounter. 

Probable best bowler of the match

Nattaya Boochatham:

Spinner Nattaya Boochatham will want to provide some vital breakthroughs for her side in the upcoming encounter. The right-arm spinner has been Thailand's top wicket-taker over the last year with 12 wickets from eight innings and has maintained a bowling average of 13.

Today's Match Prediction: Bangladesh Women to win the match

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Disclaimer: This 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.