The only test between the South African and English women will take place at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein. In their last five Test matches, South Africa has won one, lost three, and drew one. When they played the Netherlands Women in 2007, they won their final Test match.
In their last five Test matches, England Women have suffered two defeats and three draws. They have fought valiantly in each of the matches they have played against South Africa Women, Australia Women, and India Women. They hope to make a huge impression in their eighth meeting with the South African women.
Top Order:
Tammy Beaumont and Sophia Dunkley start the batting attack for England women’s. Having played nine Test matches for England Tammy Beaumont scored 524 runs. Her highest is 208. While Sophia Dunkley has played 5 matches and scored 203 runs. Then comes England Women’s captain Heather Knight with a respectable record in this format. Her score in 12 Test matches is 803 runs at an average of 42.26. Her Test career has seen her smash two hundred and four half-centuries.
Middle Order:
Nat Sciver-Brunt has taken 11 wickets and scored 649 runs in 10 Test matches. In the Test match against South Africa Women, her versatility and experience make her a player to keep an eye on. In her six Test matches, Amy Jones has amassed 116 runs. Because of her technical soundness, she is a good choice in this format. Danni Wyatt-Hodge will support the middle order with her batting.
Lower-Order Middle:
Sophie Ecclestone the English left-arm orthodox spinner is crucial to her team in this style. With the best statistics of 5/63, Ecclestone has taken 32 wickets in her 7 Test matches. It is anticipated that she will dominate the ball in the upcoming game. While Charlie Dean doesn’t have much experience but can help the team with bowling. Kate Cross is another important player for the women’s test team. Her experience is needed to get breakthroughs.
Lower Order:
Lauren Bell is a key player in set-up. She is a young fast bowler known for her good swing and extra bounce. She is a rising star. However, she currently has a lack of experience but she will be a great player. Lauren Filer is there to support her in fast bowling.