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The Tasmania Women vs ECB Women 3rd Place Playoff T20 Match at the Tolerance Oval, Abu Dhabi promises an exciting contest between two evenly-matched sides. While Tasmania Women boast a stronger batting lineup led by the in-form Elyse Villani, ECB Women will rely on their disciplined bowling attack to challenge their opponents in this crucial playoff encounter.
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Match Details
| Match | Tasmania Women vs ECB Women |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 30th March 2025 |
| Time | 4:00 PM (Local Time) |
| Venue | Tolerance Oval, Abu Dhabi |
| Tournament | Abu Dhabi Counties Super Cup 2025 |
Team Previews
Tasmania Women Preview
Current Form: Mixed (Lost last match to The Blaze by 13 runs)
Tasmania Women have shown glimpses of brilliance, particularly through Elyse Villani’s explosive batting (89 in last match). However, their over-reliance on Villani has been evident, with the middle order failing to provide consistent support. The bowling unit, led by Ruth Johnston (3 wickets), has been decent but needs more penetration in crunch situations.
Key Strengths:
✔ Explosive top-order batting (Villani, Stalenberg)
✔ Experienced all-rounders (Nicola Carey)
✔ Strong fielding unit
Weaknesses:
❌ Over-dependence on Villani for runs
❌ Inconsistent middle-order contributions
❌ Bowling lacks wicket-taking options in middle overs
ECB Women Preview
Current Form: Struggling (Lost last match to Yorkshire by 4 wickets)
ECB Women have heavily relied on Esha Oza (68 runs) for batting stability, while Thilini Shashikala (3 wickets) has been their standout bowler. Their recent collapse against Yorkshire (106/9) exposed batting frailties, and they’ll need significant improvements to challenge Tasmania’s stronger lineup.
Key Strengths:
✔ Thilini Shashikala’s economical bowling
✔ Esha Oza’s consistent batting
✔ Good fielding standards
Weaknesses:
❌ Fragile batting lineup
❌ Lack of power-hitters in middle order
❌ Inability to defend modest totals
Probable Playing XI
Tasmania Women
- Elyse Villani (c)
- Naomi Stalenberg
- Rachel Trenaman
- Nicola Carey
- Emma Manix-Geeves
- Julia Cavanough
- Ruth Johnston
- Maisy Gibson
- Lauren Smith
- Hayley Silver-Holmes
- Mia Barwick
ECB Women
- Esha Oza
- Theertha Satish (wk)
- Michelle Botha
- Lavanya Keny
- Samaira Dharnidharka
- Keziah Miriam Sabin
- Thilini Shashikala
- Vaishnave Mahesh
- Katie Thompson
- Suraksha Kotte
- Indhuja Nandakumar
Fantasy Team XI & Analysis
| Player | Role | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Elyse Villani (C) | Batter | TASW |
| Esha Oza (VC) | Batter | ECBW |
| Naomi Stalenberg | Batter | TASW |
| Nicola Carey | All-rounder | TASW |
| Michelle Botha | All-rounder | ECBW |
| Thilini Shashikala | Bowler | ECBW |
| Ruth Johnston | Bowler | TASW |
| Rachel Trenaman | Batter | TASW |
| Theertha Satish | WK-Batter | ECBW |
| Maisy Gibson | Bowler | TASW |
| Vaishnave Mahesh | Bowler | ECBW |
Fantasy Tips:
- Captain Pick: Elyse Villani (Match-winning batter, in excellent form)
- Vice-Captain Pick: Esha Oza (ECB’s most reliable batter)
- Must-Have Players: Nicola Carey, Thilini Shashikala
- Players to Avoid: Julia Cavanough (inexperienced), Katie Thompson (low impact)
Favourite Team – Tasmania Women (Why?)
Tasmania Women are favorites due to their stronger batting lineup led by Villani and more balanced bowling attack. ECB Women’s batting fragility makes them underdogs despite their disciplined bowling.
Pitch Report
- Tolerance Oval offers a balanced surface with something for both batters and bowlers
- Average 1st innings score: 130-140
- Spinners may play a crucial role in middle overs
- Fast bowlers could get early movement with new ball
Weather Report
- Clear skies with no rain expected
- Temperature: 28-32°C
- Humidity: 55%
- Wind: Light breeze (8-10 km/h)
Toss Prediction
- ECB Women to win toss & bowl first (Teams prefer chasing at this venue)
Match Winner Prediction
- Tasmania Women to win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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