Thu Oct 17 13:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Australia and South Africa Clash in T20 World Cup Semifinal
Dubai, UAE – Australia and South Africa will face off in the first semi-final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in Dubai on Thursday, marking a rematch of the previous edition’s final. The Aussies, boasting a dominant 9-1 record against the Proteas, enter the match as favorites despite the potential absence of captain Alyssa Healy due to injury.
South Africa, buoyed by their first-ever victory over Australia earlier this year and their impressive group stage performances in Dubai, are confident in their ability to upset the defending champions and reach a second consecutive final.
South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first, seeking to capitalize on a pitch that has favored chasing teams in recent matches. The Proteas will look to their top run-scorers, Tazmin Brits and Laura Wolvaardt, to provide a strong start.
Meanwhile, Australia will rely on the experience of Beth Mooney, who will lead the side in Healy’s absence, and the firepower of Grace Harris, who is expected to open the batting.
This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the world’s best T20 teams. The winner will advance to the final, where they will face the winner of the second semi-final between England and India.
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