In a recent announcement on Friday (November 24), Cricket South Africa (CSA) revealed that Laura Wolvaardt has been named the captain for South Africa Women’s cricket team in all three formats. The 24-year-old assumed leadership during successful home series against Pakistan and New Zealand, both of which South Africa clinched with a 2-1 victory.

Wolvaardt, with an impressive international record of 86 ODIs, 59 T20Is, and one Test, totaling close to 5000 runs, has secured the captaincy on a full-time basis. The right-handed batter boasts four centuries and 39 fifties.

However, Wolvaardt initial tenure as skipper will be without the talents of Ayabonga Khaka (knee injury), Chloe Tyron (groin), and Nadine de Klerk (side strain). The South African squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, starting on December 3 in Benoni, includes two uncapped players, Ayanda Hlubi and Eliz-Mari Marx. Marizanne Kapp, rested for the T20I series, will return for the three ODIs, part of the Women’s ODI Championship 2022-25.

Laura Wolvaardt Assumes Captaincy Across All Formats for Proteas Women

Clinton du Preez, the Convenor of Selectors, expressed excitement about Wolvaardt captaincy, emphasizing the blend of youth and experience in the squad. Du Preez also highlighted the opportunity for young players during the upcoming tour, acknowledging the importance of succession planning and performance in the lead-up to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Head coach Hilton Moreeng emphasized the continuation of positive momentum and the intention to blend in young talent during the T20Is against Bangladesh. Moreeng acknowledged the challenge posed by the opposition, coming off a successful tour against Pakistan. He expressed confidence in the growing strength of the squad and the ongoing development of young players.

The T20I squad for the series against Bangladesh includes Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Lara Goodall, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Eliz-Mari Marx, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase, and Delmi Tucker.

See Also:West Indies vs. England: Matthew Potts Takes Over Josh Tongue’s Spot in ODI Squad

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Preview

Australia will take on South Africa in the Women’s T20 World Cup final at Newlands in Cape Town. This will be the first-ever final appearance for South Africa Women. Sune Luus led the hosts to a thrilling win over England Women in the semi-final with the bowlers staging a comeback for the side. In their last encounter, Australia restricted South Africa Women to just 124 runs bowling first in the group stage match. South Africa Women have bounced back since then with the openers scoring back-to-back fifties in the last two games. Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits will be the key players for South Africa in the final.

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Details

Australia-W vs South Africa-W – Final

Venue: Newlands – Cape town

Date & Time: 26th February 2023 at 06:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Pitch Report

With a quick outfit and consistent bounce on the wicket, a par score will be between 155 – 165. There is turn as well as good pace and carry on this pitch.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

Also Read:AUS-W vs IND-W Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Semi Final-I

AUS-W vs SA-W, Final Probable Playing XIs:

Australia-W Probable Playing XIs

Beth Mooney (wk), Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, Meg Lanning (c), Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Grace Harris, Georgia Wareham, Jess Jonassen, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sune Luus (c), Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Topmost Picks for AUS-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction, Final:

Top Picks – Australia-W

• Meg Lanning- The skipper produced typically well-paced innings in the semi-final. She finished unbeaten on 49 not out and will be relishing the opportunity to bat on the same pitch.
• Megan Schutt- Only Sophie Ecclestone has taken more wickets in the tournament than the experienced Australian pace bowler. She dismissed opener Shafali Verma on Thursday.

Top Picks – South Africa-W

• Laura Wolvaardt- the 23-year-old right-handed opener comes into this final in excellent form after hitting 66 not out and 53 at this venue in her last two innings.
• Tazmin Brits- the 32-year-old took the Player of the Match Award after top scoring with 68 runs and taking four catches in the semi-final victory.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for AUS-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team:

Beth Mooney, Meg Lanning, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits(VC), Alyssa Healy(C), Ashleigh Gardner, Darcie Brown, Marizanne Kapp, Megan Schutt, Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for AUS-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team:

Beth Mooney, Meg Lanning, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Ashleigh Gardner(C), Ellyse Perry, Marizanne Kapp(VC), Megan Schutt, Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Alyssa Healy, Ashleigh Gardner

Vice-captain – Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp

Wicketkeeper – Alyssa Healy

AUS-W vs SA-W Final Probable Winners:

Australia Women are targeting their sixth Women’s T20 World Cup title from the last seven tournaments and have everything in their squad to win this final. However, South Africa Women showed that they have talent and fight in their semi-final victory and they will not make things easy with bat or ball for the reigning champions. We expect South Africa Women to have some moments when they are on top but overall we expect Australia Women to be too strong and to get the win. Considering the team combination, Australia-W is expected to win this match.

ENG-W vs SA-W, Semi Final-II Preview

England women have been performing brilliantly in the T20 World cup and will look to continue this excellent form in the semi-finals as well. They thrashed Pakistan in their last group match by 114 runs. They set a target of 214 runs in 20 overs after a splendid performance with the bat. Pakistan was never in the game as they managed only 99 runs while losing 9 wickets. South Africa women’s journey to the semi-finals has been nothing short of an inspiration and magical. They had to win their final match against Bangladesh by a big margin to qualify and they did just that.

ENG-W vs SA-W, Semi Final-II Details

England-W vs South Africa-W – Semi Final-II

Venue: Newlands – Cape town

Date & Time: 24th February 2023 at 06:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

ENG-W vs SA-W, Semi Final-II Pitch Report

The pitch at Newlands is a batting friendly paradise and we have seen teams register big totals. Also, the pitch has something in it for the seamers and the slow bowlers too.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

Also Read:AUS-W vs IND-W Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Semi Final-I

ENG-W vs SA-W, Semi Final-II Probable Playing XIs:

England-W Probable Playing XIs

Sophia Dunkley, Danni Wyatt, Alice Capsey, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Heather Knight (c), Amy Jones(WK), Sophie Ecclestone, Katherine Sciver-Brunt, Sarah Glenn, Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus (c), Chloe Tryon, Delmi Tucker, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Shabnim Ismail, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Topmost Picks for ENG-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction, Semi Final-II:

Top Picks – England-W

• Nat Sciver-Brunt – The 30-year-old has been the leading run scorer for England-W in recent times. She has consistently fired for her side in crucial times and has bagged 3 players of the match awards for her high-quality batting performance.
• Sophie Ecclestone – Sophie has by far looked like the most threatening bowler in the England-W line-up. Last year alone, she picked up a total of 26 wickets at a jaw-dropping average of just 14.3.

Top Picks – South Africa-W

• Laura Wolvaardt – Wolvaardt is South Africa-W’s highest run getter in the past one year. She has amassed 377 runs in just 16 innings at a remarkable average of 34.27.
• Marizanne Kapp – Highly renowned for her all-round abilities, she has already left her mark in this year’s world cup edition by picking 7 wickets at a jaw dropping economy of less than 4 RPO.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for ENG-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team:

Amy Jones, Sophia Dunkley, Laura Wolvaardt(C), Tazmin Brits, Danni Wyatt, Sune Luus, Katherine Sciver-Brunt, Marizanne Kapp, Sophie Ecclestone(VC), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Sarah Glenn

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for ENG-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team:

Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Danni Wyatt, Sune Luus, Nat Sciver-Brunt(C), Marizanne Kapp(VC), Sophie Ecclestone, Shabnim Ismail, Sarah Glenn

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Laura Wolvaardt, Nat Sciver-Brunt

Vice-captain – Sophie Ecclestone, Marizanne Kapp

Wicketkeeper – Amy Jones

ENG-W vs SA-W Semi Final-II Probable Winners:

In this do-or-die contest, both teams will have a go at each other and press hard for a win. At this stage, it is difficult to predict an obvious winner. England-W would be riding high on confidence after winning 4 out of 4 fixtures. They would appear to be a much-relaxed side after knowing that they have an impressive record against Proteas Women in WT20I. However, by looking at England-W’s unbeaten record in this year’s World Cup, we expect England-W to sneak in with a narrow win in this closely contested encounter. Considering the team combination, England-W is expected to win this match.

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Preview

Match 20 of the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup brings South Africa Women and Bangladesh Women together on Tuesday evening. South Africa Women have won one of their three fixtures in the tournament with Bangladesh Women losing all three of their contests. After defeats against Sri Lanka Women and Australia Women in the competition, South Africa Women must win this game to progress to the semi-finals. They have an excellent record against Bangladesh Women and will be confident. Bangladesh Women have lost by seven wickets, eight wickets, and 71 runs in their three matches in this tournament. It would be a surprise if they were competitive against South Africa Women.

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Details

South Africa-W vs Bangladesh-W – 20th Match

Venue: Newlands – Cape town

Date & Time: 21st February 2023 at 10:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Pitch Report

Spinners continue to pick up wickets at a strong rate at Newlands in the tournament. It is also a good batting wicket and a par score will be around 165.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

Also Read:MUL vs PES Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 5th Match

SA-W vs BAN-W, 20th Match Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus (c), Chloe Tryon, Delmi Tucker, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Bangladesh-W Probable Playing XIs

Shamima Sultana (wk), Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana (c), Shorna Akter, Rumana Ahmed, Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Salma Khatun, Marufa Akter

Topmost Picks for SA-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Prediction, 20th Match:

Top Picks – South Africa-W

• Marizanne Kapp – The all-rounder has failed to make a contribution with the bat in this campaign but has been very dangerous with the ball picking up five wickets.

• Tazmin Brits – The 32 year old opener has made five half-centuries in WT20Is and took the attack to Australia Women with six fours and one six on Saturday.

Top Picks – Bangladesh-W

• Nigar Sultana – The captain is the leading run scorer for her country in this campaign. She hit a very impressive 57 against Australia Women last Tuesday.

• Fahima Khatun – The 30 year old leg-spinner took two wickets in two balls in Match 12 including dismissing New Zealand Women’s captain Sophie Devine for a golden duck.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Shamima Sultana, Nigar Sultana, Laura Wolvaardt(C), Murshida Khatun, Sune Luus, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter(VC), Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Marufa Akter, Shabnim Ismail

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SA-W vs BAN-W Dream11 Team:

Nigar Sultana, Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt, Murshida Khatun, Sune Luus, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Chloe Tryon(VC), Marizanne Kapp(C), Marufa Akter, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp

Vice-captain – Shorna Akter, Chloe Tryon

Wicketkeeper – Nigar Sultana

SA-W vs BAN-W 20th Match Probable Winners:

After three heavy defeats already in this tournament, very few pundits expect Bangladesh Women to cause South Africa Women many problems in this game. For the hosts, this match gives them the opportunity to find some form, particularly with the bat, ahead of a tough semi-final fixture. We are predicting a one-sided contest with South Africa Women getting the victory. Considering the team combination, South Africa-W is expected to win this match.

SA-W vs AUS-W, 14th Match Preview

South Africa Women take on Australia Women in Gqeberha on Saturday evening. South Africa Women lost their opening game of the tournament to Sri Lanka Women but responded well with a 65 run victory over New Zealand Women. Australia have played three won three so far. South Africa Women struggled with the pressure of being the hosts in the opening game but were back to their best against New Zealand Women. However, they will need to go up a few more levels to challenge Australia Women. Australia Women have been their usual ruthless selves in this tournament so far. They have not been tested at all yet and have plenty more depth to show off in their line-up if required.

SA-W vs AUS-W, 14th Match Details

South Africa-W vs Australia-W – 14th Match

Venue: St Georges Park – Gqeberha

Date & Time: 18th February 2023 at 10:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

SA-W vs AUS-W, 14th Match Pitch Report

The pitch should be slightly quicker during the evening and we expect the pace bowlers to get some good bounce and carry on this surface. Any score over 155 will be competitive.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

Also Read:MUL vs PES Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 5th Match

SA-W vs AUS-W, 14th Match Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus (c), Chloe Tryon, Delmi Tucker, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Australia-W Probable Playing XIs

Alyssa Healy (wk), Beth Mooney, Meg Lanning (c), Ashleigh Gardner, Ellyse Perry, Tahlia McGrath, Grace Harris, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown

Topmost Picks for SA-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Prediction, 14th Match:

Top Picks – South Africa-W

• Marizanne Kapp – The batting all-rounder has an excellent international batting record across all-formats and has a strong strike-rate in this format.

• Shabnim Ismail – The experienced right arm fast medium bowler bowled with brilliant control in Match 7. She has over 300 international wickets.

Top Picks – Australia-W

• Alyssa Healy – The keeper-batter has already scored two half-centuries and comes into this game averaging 73.00 in the tournament.

• Megan Schutt – With a strike-rate of 8.5 from her first three games in this campaign, Schutt is proving to be a key wicket taker as well as her usual economical self.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Team:

Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney, Laura Wolvaardt, Meg Lanning, Sune Luus, Ashleigh Gardner(C), Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Megan Schutt(VC), Darcie Brown, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SA-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Team:

Alyssa Healy(C), Laura Wolvaardt, Grace Harris, Meg Lanning, Sune Luus, Ashleigh Gardner, Ellyse Perry, Marizanne Kapp(VC), Chloe Tryon, Megan Schutt, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Ashleigh Gardner, Alyssa Healy

Vice-captain – Megan Schutt, Marizanne Kapp

Wicketkeeper – Alyssa Healy

SA-W vs AUS-W 14th Match Probable Winners:

Although they are not mathematically confirmed yet, Australia Women look to be well on course to win Group 1 on their journey to try and defend their Women’s T20 World Cup title again. South Africa Women have some strong players with both bat and ball but very few of them would challenge for a place in Australia Women’s team. South Africa Women have some world-class players and were far too good for New Zealand Women in Monday’s match. We expect Australia Women to continue their high levels with both bat and ball and to get another victory in this match. Considering the team combination, Australia-W is expected to win this match.