The Thailand Women vs Kuwait Women prediction for the 1st match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025 strongly favors the home side. Thailand Women come into this fixture in red-hot form, fresh from winning the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series, while Kuwait Women struggled in the same competition. Scheduled for Friday, 9th May 2025 at the Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok, this encounter provides Thailand an ideal start to their qualification campaign. Cricketwebs offers expert insights and 100% match prediction tips for every cricket match, and this one is no exception—expect dominance from the Thai side in the THAIW vs KUWW 1st T20.
Match Details
| Match | Thailand Women vs Kuwait Women, 1st Match, ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, May 09, 2025 |
| Time | 8:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok |
| Broadcast | FanCode (India) |
Team Previews
Thailand Women Preview
Thailand Women have evolved into a formidable unit in the Asian women’s cricket circuit. Their recent unbeaten triumph in the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series signals how well-drilled and confident this squad has become. Beating UAE Women in the final gave them the kind of morale boost needed ahead of a qualification campaign.
The team is led by the dependable Naruemol Chaiwai, whose leadership has brought cohesion and tactical maturity. Their batting revolves around Nattakan Chantham, who continues to be one of the most consistent run-scorers in Thai cricket history. She anchors innings effectively and can accelerate when needed.
Nannapat Koncharoenkai is another pillar with the bat, especially in anchoring the middle overs. Sunida Chaturongrattana’s inclusion has added flair and intent at the top, often setting up fast starts.
The bowling is where Thailand hold a substantial edge. Chanida Sutthiruang is a proven match-winner—her ability to swing the ball and finish with the bat gives Thailand dual strength. Suleeporn Laomi and Thipatcha Putthawong bring excellent control and wicket-taking potential. Onnicha Kamchomphu adds more dimension with her tight spells.
This side is built on balance, fielding depth, and discipline—qualities that can help them go far in the Qualifiers.
Kuwait Women Preview
Kuwait Women have had a turbulent run lately, entering the Asia Qualifier with little momentum. They finished at the bottom of the table in the recent Quadrangular Series held in Thailand, losing all their fixtures and failing to cross the 100-run mark in any match. Clearly, the side faces structural issues, both with bat and ball.
Captain Amna Tariq will need to inspire a turnaround, especially with a relatively inexperienced squad. Priyada Murali and Zeefa Jilani open the batting and are expected to lay the foundation. However, their inability to convert starts has hurt Kuwait’s scoring rate.
In the middle order, Maryam Omar and Balasubramani Shanti will be key. They were the leading scorers in the previous series and showed signs of anchoring the innings under pressure. Maryam’s composure and Shanti’s intent must come good if Kuwait hope to post competitive totals.
Bowling remains a concern. Mariamma Hyder and skipper Amna Tariq were the only bright spots, with three wickets apiece in the Quadrangular. Supporting them will be Maria Jasvi and Zeefa Jilani, who have experience but lack consistency.
Kuwait’s best hope lies in batting first and putting pressure on the Thai middle order. But with the kind of form they’re in, it would require a near-perfect performance to challenge the hosts.
Probable Playing XIs
Thailand Women XI:
Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Nannapat Koncharoenkai (wk), Nattakan Chantham, Naruemol Chaiwai (c), Phannita Maya, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Thipatcha Putthawong, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Suwanan Khiaoto
Kuwait Women XI:
Priyada Murali, Zeefa Jilani, Maryam Omar, Balasubramani Shanti, Suchitha Lita D Sa (wk), Khadija Khalil, Raelyn D’Souza, Amna Tariq (c), Mariamma Hyder, Maria Jasvi, Candice Dias / Siobhan Gomez
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Nattakan Chantham | Batter |
| Naruemol Chaiwai | Batter |
| Nannapat Koncharoenkai (WK) | Wicketkeeper |
| Sunida Chaturongrattana | All-Rounder |
| Chanida Sutthiruang | All-Rounder |
| Suleeporn Laomi | Bowler |
| Thipatcha Putthawong | Bowler |
| Priyada Murali | Batter |
| Maryam Omar | Batter |
| Amna Tariq | All-Rounder |
| Mariamma Hyder | Bowler |
Captain/Vice-Captain Picks:
- Captain: Nattakan Chantham – consistent scorer and key top-order batter.
- Vice-Captain: Chanida Sutthiruang – valuable for both batting and bowling returns.
Players to Avoid:
- Raelyn D’Souza – inconsistent batting form.
- Khadija Khalil – limited contribution in recent matches.
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Pitch Report – Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok
The pitch at Terdthai is generally slow and low, favoring spin bowlers and disciplined line-and-length seamers. Batting is not easy in the first few overs, but once set, the batters can capitalize. Anything over 110 batting first is considered competitive.
Weather Report – May 9, 2025
- Temperature: 34°C
- Humidity: 60%
- Rain: No chances of rain; clear skies
- Wind: Mild breeze expected
Ideal conditions for a full 20-over contest.
Broadcast Details
- Streaming Platform: FanCode (India)
- Live Scores & Updates: ICC official website, Cricketwebs
Favorite Team Today – Thailand Women
Thailand Women enter this game as overwhelming favorites for several reasons. First, they’re playing in home conditions at Bangkok where they have a strong win percentage. Second, they are riding the high of a title-winning campaign in the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series where they remained unbeaten, showing dominance across departments. The squad has several in-form players—Chantham with the bat and Sutthiruang with the ball and all-round contributions.
In contrast, Kuwait Women have struggled with both form and team cohesion. Their batting depth is untested under pressure, and the bowling lacks consistency. Thailand’s experienced core, tactical discipline, and superior fielding standards give them a clear upper hand.
Unless Kuwait produces an exceptional performance, the outcome is expected to be one-sided. With tournament momentum, home advantage, and player form on their side, Thailand Women are clear favorites to win this opening qualifier match.
Toss Prediction
- Toss Winner: Thailand Women
- Decision: Bowl First (exploit early pitch conditions)
Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
- Winner: Thailand Women Will Win
They hold all the cards—form, conditions, balance, and confidence.
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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