Thu Oct 17 15:30:18 UTC 2024: ## Proteas Aim for Revenge as Australia Seek Fourth Consecutive Title in T20 World Cup Semi-Final
**Dubai, UAE:** The first semi-final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be a thrilling encounter as defending champions Australia take on South Africa at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Proteas, who were runners-up in 2023, will be looking for revenge against the dominant Australians, who are aiming for their fourth consecutive title.
South Africa, led by Laura Wolvaardt, won the toss and elected to bowl first. “It looks a pretty fresh wicket and we are going to fancy chasing it later,” said Wolvaardt, highlighting the team’s confidence in their bowling attack. The Proteas will be hoping to capitalize on the fresh pitch and put scoreboard pressure on the Australian batting lineup.
Australia, captained by Tahlia McGrath, will be looking to maintain their winning momentum. “It’s a fresh day and a fresh game,” said McGrath, acknowledging the challenge ahead. “We know Australia will come out hard.”
Both teams have opted to field unchanged squads from their previous matches. The battle between the two teams promises to be a nail-biter as the Proteas look to upset the reigning champions and book their place in the final, while Australia aim to extend their dominance in the tournament.
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