Lewas to play China for fifth spot finish

The Pacific MMI PNG Lewas will fight for a fifth spot finish when they take on China tomorrow in the Shield semi-final of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s World TwentyT20 Qualifier.

In the closest of matches yesterday, the Lewas beat the Netherlands by one wicket in the first semi-final.

China earned the right to meet the Lewas after a five run win over hosts Thailand in the second semi.

The winner will also cement 13th spot in the world rankings of Women’s T20 cricket.

Meanwhile, in the two major semi finals, Bangladesh defeated Zimbabwe by 31 runs while Ireland comfortably defeated Scotland by 9 wickets.

Ireland and Bangladesh have now won the last two spots in the 2016 Women’s World TwentyT20 in India and will also meet in the World TwentyT20 Qualifier final tomorrow.

 

Author: 
Troy Taule