Key events
Australia XI
1. Beth Mooney
2. Georgia Voll
3. Ellyse Perry
4. Grace Harris
5. Georgia Wareham
6. Nicola Carey
7. Annabel Sutherland
8. Sophie Molineux
9. Kim Garth
10. Alana King
11. Megan Schutt
Australia win the toss and choose to bowl
Sophie Molineux doesn’t hesitate at all to elect to field when the coin lands. After batting first in their last game, it’s not surprising they want an opportunity to chase. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana reveals she would have chosen to bat anyway, so it’s win-win!
The coverage has started and while there are some clouds in the sky, it looks mostly sunny, so that’s good news!
You can also read about some English woes if you’re that way inclined – captain Nat Sciver-Brunt had to retire hurt in yesterday’s less-than-comprehensive win over Ireland and they’re now waiting to see how the rest of the tournament will shape up for her.
While we wait for the toss, why not keep yourself entertained with this great preview piece on Australia’s approach to this World Cup from my colleague Martin Pegan?
Today’s match is at Headingley and while it looks like there may be a little rain on the Met Office radar passing over Leeds at the moment, it should clear fairly quickly. Let’s hope it doesn’t delay the start of play!
Preamble
Megan Maurice
Hello! It seems the whole world has come down with a serious case of World Cup fever and I’m certainly glad you’ve chosen this World Cup to follow along with me. Tonight we have Australia v Bangladesh, with both teams coming off wins in their opening games. Australia spun a web to take a comprehensive 65-wicket win over South Africa, while Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by six wickets thanks to a solid 50 from opener Juairiya Ferdous.
While Australia are certainly favourites for this match, I wouldn’t write off Bangaldesh, especially with their tails up following a good win. There’s plenty to discuss, so let’s get into it. Don’t forget if you have any thoughts on the match, you can drop me an email – I’d love to hear from you!
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