CWG 2022 | Match 4 | ENG-W vs SL-W | Preview, CREX 11

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England Women (ENG W) will lock horns with Sri Lanka Women (SL W) in the fourth match of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2022 on Saturday (30 July). This fixture will mark the first appearance for both teams in the showpiece event. 

The Three Lionesses are coming into this game after securing wins in the ODI and T20I series against South Africa. 

However, England will miss the services of captain and experienced batter Heather Knight in this game. 

In Knight's absence, Natalie Sciver will lead the side. On the other hand, SL-W lost their recent ODI and T20I series against India, and would look to come up with improved performance. Furthermore, they have never secured a win against England in a T20I contest.

Key Performers

Natalie Sciver has produced consistent performances in both departments for England. In 94 T20Is, she has garnered 1804 runs and scalped 73 wickets. 

Sophia Dunkley in the recent T20I series against Proteas women, she garnered 82 runs in three games at a strike rate of 149.09. 

Chamari Athapaththu is the key player for the Sri Lanka Women's team. In 95 T20I appearances, she has amassed 2054 runs and bagged 31 wickets.

Match Details

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

Date & Time: July 30 at 10:30 PM IST & 6:00 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network & Sony LIV

Pitch Report: In the first day of the tournament, the pitch at Edgbaston assisted the batters in a strong fashion, and the same is expected in this fixture as well. A total of 150 will be good enough for the teams batting first at this venue. The pacers will get a purchase with the new ball. 

CREX XI Suggestion

Wicket-Keeper: Amy Jones
Batters: Danielle Wyatt, Sophia Dunkley, Hasini Perera, Nilakshi de Silva
All-Rounders: Chamari Athapaththu, Natalie Sciver
Bowlers: Sophie Ecclestone, Katherine Brunt, Inoka Ranaweera, Oshadi Ransinghe

Captain: Natalie Sciver
Vice-Captain: Chamari Athapaththu

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