South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women WC 2025 Playing 11: Check the squads, head-to-head, scores, and more

South Africa and Pakistan will meet in the 22nd match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 in Colombo, following markedly different campaigns so far. South Africa have secured four wins from five matches, comfortably sitting third in the standings with a semifinal spot already confirmed. Pakistan, meanwhile, remain at the bottom of the table with no wins in five matches, having earned only two points from rain-affected games and now facing a likely early exit.

South Africa’s performance has highlighted their experience and adaptability. Openers Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits have provided strong starts, while Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon have contributed crucial middle-overs runs. All-rounder Nadine de Klerk has been effective in finishing innings. The bowling attack, led by spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba and supported by Tryon and de Klerk, has performed well in favourable conditions. However, occasional batting collapses remain a concern for the team ahead of the knockout stage.

Pakistan’s tournament has been hindered by weather interruptions and inconsistent batting. Their bowling unit, led by Fatima Sana, Nashra Sandhu, and Sadia Iqbal, has put the team in strong positions against opponents such as Australia and England. However, rain and fragile batting have prevented the team from capitalising, including a washed-out match against England and another no-result against New Zealand. With elimination looming, Pakistan will depend on disciplined bowling and improved batting performances to stay in contention.

South Africa vs Pakistan match: Playing 11 prediction

Probable South Africa XI: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Karabo Meso (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Tumi Sekhukhune, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba.

Probable Pakistan XI: Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Sidra Nawaz (wk), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal.

South Africa vs Pakistan: Head to head score

South Africa lead the head-to-head record against Pakistan with 23 wins to Pakistan’s six, alongside one tie and one no-result. Pakistan will draw confidence from a recent 2-1 ODI series victory over South Africa in Lahore prior to the World Cup.

Team news indicates South Africa may adjust their lineup for Pakistan’s mostly right-handed batting order, potentially recalling Anneke Bosch and Tumi Sekhukhune in place of Sune Luus and Nondumiso Shangase. Pakistan is expected to field the same eleven players as in their previous match.

Squads:

Pakistan Women: Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Sidra Nawaz (wk), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Syeda Aroob Shah, Sadaf Shamas, Eyman Fatima, Shawaal Zulfiqar.

South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Karabo Meso (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Nondumiso Shangase, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta, Ayabonga Khaka.