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AUS-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI: South Africa look to bounce back against Sanguine Australia
The stage is set for the second ODI between Australia Women and South Africa Women scheduled to take place on Wednesday at North Sydney Oval. After a convincing victory in the first ODI, Australia find themselves in a dominant position, leading the three-match series 1-0.
In the opening encounter of the series, Australia showcased their brilliance by registering a commanding 8-wicket win over South Africa. In the first game, Australia bowled out South Africa for (105) after putting them to bat. Alana King and Kim Garth had shone in the bowling department with their impressive spell.
The highest score for South Africa was scored by Marizanne Kapp who scored half-century but was retired hurt. Australia, in their chase, reached the target in (19) overs with Beth Mooney scoring (52) unbeaten.
South Africa, on the other hand, will expect their experienced bowlers and batters to make early breakthroughs and put pressure on the Australian players. Ayabonga Khaka, Marizanne Kapp and Suné Luus would be expected to lead South Africa's fightback.
South Africa will be determined to stage their comeback to level the series at 1-1. Australia, meanwhile, would expect their players to remain in rhythm to rock to the series-clinching victory.
AUS-W Probable XI: Phoebe Litchfield, Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt
SA-W Probable XI: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka
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