EN-W vs PK-W Fantasy Preview: Team Analysis

Strengths and Weaknesses of England Women’s Team

England women’s biggest strength in their experience and adaptability. All the players know how to hold their nerves in tense situations and hence, this will give them the edge. 

The biggest weakness of this team is that they do not have a reliable batting order except Heather Knight. Other batters are very inconsistent. This team, thus,over-reliance on their skipper. 

Strengths and Weaknesses of Pakistan Women’s Team

The Women’s Pakistan side too have the best pacers in their squad like the men’s team. Conditions will also support them as Edgbaston has an ideal wicket for the seamers. Hence, this could play a big role in turning the game on their side. 

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Pakistan has not won many games against England in the past. Obviously this will hamper their confidence. They do not have many match winners on their side.

Earlier, Nida Dar was a consistent performer from their side.  she is  now leading the team and this could have a detrimental effect on her game as well. 

EN-W vs PK-W Fantasy Preview: Head to Head record 

Both the nations have faced each other on 15 occasions. Out of which, England are way ahead as they have won 14 times and Pakistan have won just once. 

England Women have dominated on 13 occasions batting first. On the other hand, Pakistan Women’s only victory came while batting first. 

Injuries and Suspensions

All the players are fully fit and ready for the team selection.

Venue and Weather Conditions

The match between England W and Pakistan W will be held at Edgbaston. The wicket here offers even bounce and pace, due to which the ball comes good on bat.

The side which wins the toss will prefer to bat first. Medium pacers will play a crucial role as well, since the ball would nip on this surface.

The weather will be pleasant as the temperature will be ranging around 20 degree Celsius. There are no chances of rain, but humidity will be as high as 55%.

Managerial Tactics

Both teams will bring their best foot forward as they will be trying their best XI for the upcoming World Cup. They will be aiming to win the series so that they are on a high note when they enter the field for the World Cup.

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However, there will be additional pressure on Pakistan’s side as they will be playing in foreign conditions and their past record against the home team is also not very impressive.

EN-W vs PK-W Fantasy Preview: Key Matchups

Batsman	Bowlers	Runs	Wickets	SR.
Danni Wyatt	Nida Dar	35	2	92.1
Sidra Ameen	Sophie Ecclestone	5	1	45.5
Amy Jones	Fatima Sana	17	1	94.4

Recent Form

Both the teams will be playing a bilateral series after a long gap. So, all the players will be fresh and fully fit. 

Coming from a break always helps players in performing better, hence, the team’s will exhibit their A game.

Historical Context 

England Women’s Team has been one the best teams across the globe over years. They have won the ICC World Cup four times, in 1973,1993, 2009 and 2017 and ICC T20 World Cup once, 2009. 

However, the Pakistan women’s team has not won any ICC Trophy so far. They will be eyeing the upcoming T20 World Cup which will be held in Bangladesh. Hence, this T20 series will help them a lot in preparing for the upcoming mega event. 

Fans and atmosphere 

Match will be played in Edgbaston, hence, a lively and pleasant atmosphere is expected. Crowds will come in large numbers and support their home team, England. 

EN-W vs PK-W Fantasy Preview: Prediction and analysis 

England Women have a better chance of winning the game as they will get the needed home advantage. Moreover, they have a packed team with good quality medium pacers and power hitters.