England are set to cross swords with Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup. Heather Knight-led side are currently placed 5th on the points table and need to win this game to keep their qualifying hopes alive. On the other hand, Pakistan are out of the semifinal race after losing four games. England has got their campaign back on track after winning two games against India and New Zealand. The wins though have not been convincing. Nonetheless, they will take it. The batting has been their Achilles heel. Only Tammy Beaumont and Nat Sciver are consistently scoring. The rest of the batters have not been amongst the runs as they would have liked. A better batting display would be what Knight would expect EN-W vs PK-W match.
On the other hand, the Maroof-led side finally registered their first points on board. Pakistan batters came to the party with Muneeba Ali leading the way. Nida Dar also bowled superbly and found her mojo back. Pakistan will now look to play with the same intent as they showed against West Indies.
Match Details
| Date | 24 March 2022 |
| Time | 6.30 IST |
| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ Hostar |
ENG-W vs PAK-W Pitch report
The pitch at Hagley Oval in Christchurch historically favours the batters. The boundaries are on the shorter side. The average 1st innings score at this venue in the last 22 matches is 219 runs. Christchurch ground is a sporting one with decent assistance for the bowlers with its green grass surface. So the venue is suited for both Pacers and Spinners alike.
EN-W vs PK-W, Head to Head
In the 11 matches played between these 2 teams, Pakistan Women do not have a good record against England Women. We expect the trend to continue. England Women All-Rounders have earned the most fantasy points for their team, while Batters have earned the most fantasy points for Pakistan Women.
EN-W vs PK-W Players Prediction:
Batters and Wicket-Keepers
Tammy Beaumont has an average of 53 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 9.1 and a medium XFactor.
Muneeba Ali has an average of 47 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 7.3 and a low XFactor.
Sidra Ameen has an average of 31 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 7 and a high XFactor.
Sophie Ecclestone has an average of 55 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.5 and a low XFactor.
Charlotte Dean has an average of 63 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.5 and a high XFactor.
Fatima Sana has an average of 58 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.3 and a medium XFactor.
Bowlers
Natalie Sciver has an average of 68 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 10 and a low XFactor.
Heather Knight has an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.7 and a medium XFactor.
Nida Dar has an average of 64 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.7 and a low XFactor.
EN-W vs PK-W Prediction: Captain and Vice-Captain
Natalie Sciver has an average of 68 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 10 and a low XFactor.
Tammy Beaumont has an average of 53 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 9.1 and a medium XFactor.
Heather Knight has an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.7 and a medium XFactor.
Nida Dar has an average of 64 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.7 and a low XFactor.
Bismah Maroof has an average of 57 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, a fantasy rating of 8.6 and a medium XFactor.
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EN-W vs PK-W Dream11 dream team
Captain: Natalie Sciver
Vice-Captain: Tammy Beaumont
Wicket-Keeper: Muneeba Ali
Batters: Heather Knight, Omaima Sohail and Tammy Beaumont
All-Rounders: Bismah Maroof and Natalie Sciver
Bowlers: Charlotte Dean, Fatima Sana, Ghulam Fatima, Kate Cross and Sophie Ecclestone
Probable Playing XIs ENG-W vs PAK-W
England- Danielle Wyatt, Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight(c), Natalie Sciver, Amy Ellen Jones(w), Sophia Dunkley, Katherine Brunt, Sophie Ecclestone, Kate Cross, Charlotte Dean, Anya Shrubsole.
Pakistan- Nahida Khan, Muneeba Ali, Bismah Maroof(c), Omaima Sohail, Nida Dar, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana, Sidra Nawaz(w), Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Ghulam Fatima.
Who Will Win- Match Prediction
England will surely have an upper hand over Pakistan. And Pakistan will be desperate for a victory in order to move up the league standings. Still, Heather Knight’s brigade will surely have a better chance in Christchurch.
