The India national women's cricket team is all set to begin its campaign in the ACC Women’s Asia Cup 2024 match against Pakistan on July 19 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla. The IND-W vs PAK-W Women's Asia Cup 2024 match will begin from 07:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) onwards. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side will be walking on the ground to defend their title. The Indian women's team will be entering the tournament post their brilliant performance in the white ball series against South Africa. India whitewashed the Proteas in the ODIs and Tests, whereas the three-match T20I series was levelled at 1-1. On the other hand, Pakistan have only won three out of 13 T20I games they have played against India so far. Smriti Mandhana Opens Up on Her Mindset Ahead of ACC Women’s Asia Cup 2024, Says ‘Play According to the Merit of the Ball’.

The India national women's cricket team consists of many influential players such as Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Singh and Deepti Sharma. All these players have contributed to India's success in the past few years and they will have the same role once again in the women's Asia Cup as well. On the other hand, Pakistan under the coaching of former Pakistani pacer Junaid Khan will begin a new era. Pakistan suffered losses against West Indies and England in the white ball series they played in the past few months. The Nida Dar-led side will hope to improve their performance and defeat India. Smriti Mandhana Birthday Special: Three Decisions of RCB Women's Captain Which Helped Them Clinch Maiden WPL Title.

Dambulla Weather Forecast

As per Accuweather, the expected weather in Dambulla on July 19 during the IND-W vs PAK-W Asia Cup 2024 match is expected to be clear. There are zero percent chances of rain whereas the sky will be covered with clouds. The temperature is expected to be between 25 degree celsius to 24 degree celsius.

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Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium helps both the batsmen and bowlers. As per the stadium's location, the batters have a good time in the first innings with the new ball, however, as the match progresses the seamers also get an equal amount of help.

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