South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women – 11th Match, Group A
The 11th Match of Group A in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will see South Africa Women take on Pakistan Women on Wednesday, June 17, at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The match is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM local time (5:30 PM GMT / 10:30 AM PT / 1:30 PM ET).
South Africa Women enter this contest as one of the strongest teams in the tournament after reaching the finals of the previous two ICC Women’s T20 World Cups. Led by Laura Wolvaardt, they possess a powerful batting lineup featuring Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, and Dane van Niekerk. Their top order combines consistency with aggression, making them a difficult side to contain.
The Proteas have one of the most experienced all-round departments in world cricket. Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Nadine de Klerk, Dane van Niekerk, and Annerie Dercksen provide exceptional balance and depth. Their ability to influence matches with both bat and ball is a major strength.
South Africa’s bowling attack includes Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Marizanne Kapp, and Chloe Tryon. Ismail’s express pace and Khaka’s accuracy make them a dangerous new-ball combination, while Mlaba adds quality spin in the middle overs.
Pakistan Women, captained by Fatima Sana, will look to produce an upset against one of the tournament favorites. Their batting lineup includes Muneeba Ali, Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, and Natalia Parvaiz. The team will need a solid start from the top order to challenge South Africa’s strong bowling unit.
Pakistan’s all-round resources include Fatima Sana, Aliya Riaz, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, and Saira Jabeen. Their contributions in both departments will be crucial if Pakistan are to stay competitive throughout the match.
The bowling attack features Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tuba Hassan, Fatima Sana, and Rameen Shamim. Pakistan’s spin department remains one of their biggest strengths, particularly in the middle overs.
The Edgbaston pitch generally offers good bounce and carry for fast bowlers early in the innings. Batters who settle in can score freely, while spinners often find assistance as the match progresses. A total between 150 and 170 could be highly competitive at this venue.
South Africa Women appear to have a clear advantage in terms of experience, squad depth, and recent ICC tournament performances. Pakistan Women have the bowling resources to challenge strong teams, but South Africa’s superior batting lineup and balanced attack make them favorites for this contest.
Expert Prediction: South Africa Women have 72% chance and Pakistan Women have 28% winning chance.
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