Pakistan women are all set to host South Africa for the first time in their history. Ahead of the series, the visiting team has gone through transition as Laura Wolvaardt will be seen leading the Proteas in the three-match T20I starting September 1.
On the other hand, the Proteas are expected to miss the service of veteran pacer Shabnim Ismail, who announced her retirement in the month of May. Tumi Sekhukhune is expected to fire in the middle. When it comes to Pakistan, they have named two uncapped cricketers in the form of Shawaal Zulfiqar and wicketkeeper-batter Najiha Alvi. They have also recalled Syeda Aroob Shah and Natalia Parvaiz, and hence, Pakistan’s direction in T20I cricket will be cleared with the upcoming series.
PAK-W vs SA-W Match Details:
Match: Pakistan women vs South Africa women, 1st T20I Match
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
Date & Time: Friday, September 01, 8:00 PM IST
Live Streaming Details: FanCode
PAK-W vs SA-W Pitch Report:
The surface in Karachi usually favours the spinners; hence, a low-scoring affair is expected. The skipper winning the toss should elect to bowl first, and anything over 135 runs will be a good total.
PAK-W vs SA-W Probable Playing XI
Pakistan (PAK):
Muneeba Ali, Sadaf Shamas, Bismah Maroof, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Nida Dar (c), Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana, Najiha Alvi (wk), Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal,
South Africa (SA):
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Lara Goodall, Nondumiso Shangase, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Tumi Sekhukhune
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter-
Nida Dar:
Pakistan skipper Nida Dar is one of the most promising batters in world cricket. The 36-year-old has represented the national team in 130 T20Is has scored 1687 runs, and also has 126 wickets to her name. Hence, she can prove to be extremely dangerous on the home soil.
Probable Best Bowler-
Marizanne Kapp:
Marizanne Kapp is one of the most dependable players. She can score some important runs and also has the capability to pick key wickets. In 94 T20I matches so far, the 33-year-old has picked up 76 wickets and also has 1178 runs in the process.
Today’s Match Prediction: South Africa women to win the match