India’s women cricket team is set to face the South African women’s team in the second ODI of a highly anticipated three-match series. The match will take place at the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday, June 19. After securing a decisive victory in the opening ODI with an overwhelming margin of 143 runs, the Women in Blue are riding a wave of confidence. In that first encounter, India managed to accumulate a robust score of 265 runs, subsequently bowling out South Africa for a meager 122.
The standout performer for India in the batting department was none other than Smriti Mandhana, who hammered a majestic century, leaving her peers trailing far behind. Deepti Sharma stood out as the second-highest scorer for India with a commendable 37 runs. Mandhana’s century was a display of finesse and aggressive intent that was unmatchable on that day.
In the bowling department, it was a spectacular debut for Asha Sobhana, who decimated the South African middle and lower order. She was ably supported by Renuka Thakur Singh, Pooja Vastrakar, and Deepti Sharma, each contributing crucial wickets to dismiss South Africa cheaply.
**Match Details:**
– **Match:** INDW vs SAW 2nd ODI
– **Venue:** M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
– **Date & Time:** June 19, 01:30 PM IST
**Recommended Fantasy Picks:**
**Batters:**
– **Laura Wolvaardt:** A vital cog in the South African lineup, she has the technical prowess to anchor the innings.
– **Harmanpreet Kaur:** The Indian captain is known for her explosive batting and ability to lead from the front.
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– **Smriti Mandhana:** Fresh off a century, she is in scintillating form and a must-have pick.
**All-rounders:**
– **Marizanne Kapp:** A dynamic player who contributes significantly with both bat and ball.
– **Deepti Sharma:** A reliable all-rounder, her balanced performances make her an essential pick.
**Bowlers:**
– **Ayabonga Khaka:** A significant threat with the ball for South Africa.
– **Masabata Klaas:** Consistently performs in crunch situations.
– **Radha Yadav:** Effective with her spin bowling, contributing important breakthroughs.
– **Asha Sobhana:** The debutante sensation who showcased impressive bowling skills in the first match.
– **Renuka Thakur Singh:** A reliable pace bowler who complements the Indian attack effectively.
**Captaincy Picks:**
– **Smriti Mandhana:** An ideal choice for captaincy, Mandhana’s recent form and comfort at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium make her a standout choice.
– **Deepti Sharma:** Offers contributions in both batting and bowling, making her an excellent vice-captain pick.
**Probable Playing XI:**
**South Africa Women:**
– Laura Wolvaardt (c)
– Tazmin Brits
– Anneke Bosch
– Sune Luus
– Marizanne Kapp
– Annerie Dercksen
– Nondumiso Shangase
– Sinalo Jafta (w)
– Masabata Klaas
– Nonkululeko Mlaba
– Ayabonga Khaka
**India Women:**
– Smriti Mandhana
– Shafali Verma
– Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
– Dayalan Hemalatha
– Jemimah Rodrigues
– Richa Ghosh (w)
– Deepti Sharma
– Pooja Vastrakar
– Radha Yadav
– Asha Sobhana
– Renuka Thakur Singh
**Team Squads:**
**India Women Squad:**
– Shafali Verma
– Smriti Mandhana
– Dayalan Hemalatha
– Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
– Jemimah Rodrigues
– Richa Ghosh (w)
– Deepti Sharma
– Pooja Vastrakar
– Radha Yadav
– Asha Sobhana
– Renuka Thakur Singh
– Arundhati Reddy
– Shreyanka Patil
– Priya Punia
– Saika Ishaque
– Uma Chetry
**South Africa Women Squad:**
– Laura Wolvaardt (c)
– Tazmin Brits
– Anneke Bosch
– Sune Luus
– Marizanne Kapp
– Annerie Dercksen
– Nondumiso Shangase
– Sinalo Jafta (w)
– Masabata Klaas
– Nonkululeko Mlaba
– Ayabonga Khaka
– Delmi Tucker
– Tumi Sekhukhune
– Mieke de Ridder
– Nadine de Klerk
– Eliz-mari Marx
As the teams gear up for this critical second match, fans and fantasy cricket enthusiasts alike will be closely monitoring performances. With significant contributions expected from both sides, this encounter guarantees high-octane action, making it a must-watch for cricket lovers.
