The match was reduced to 45 overs each due to delay in the start of the match due to rain.
Record: March 30, 2022 05:18
AM
Wellington,
The 12th Women’s World Cup cricket tournament is taking place in New Zealand. Australia, the six-time champions, face the West Indies in the first semi-final today (Wednesday) in Wellington.
The Australian team, led by McLanning, advanced to the semi-finals with a seven-match winning streak. The batting and delivery of that team is strong. Captain McLanning said yesterday that all-rounder Elise Perry, who was ruled out of the league game against South Africa due to a sprained ankle while fielding, will not play in today’s game as he has not reached full fitness. Lanning also said that although his absence was a loss, there were players on their team who could fill that spot.
The West Indies, led by Stephanie Taylor, finished 4th with 7 points from 3 wins, 3 defeats and one draw and advanced to the semi-finals for the 2nd time. In the last league match, the Indian team lost to South Africa, sealing the semi-final opportunity for the West Indies. The team’s senior spinner Abby Blitzer has been ruled out due to a corona injury. He has been replaced by all-rounder Monty Mangu.
The two teams have clashed 14 times in ODIs. Australia have won 13 and the West Indies have won one.
West Indies captain Stephanie Taylor won the toss and elected to field. The match was reduced to 45 overs each due to delay in the start of the match due to rain. The Australian team is currently batting.