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Wolvaardt To Lead, Van Niekerk Snubbed As South Africa Announce Women's World Cup Squad

Debashis Sarangi

SA-W have unveiled their squad [Source: @cricbuzz, @ESPNcricinfo/X]SA-W have unveiled their squad [Source: @cricbuzz, @ESPNcricinfo/X]

In a significant development, Cricket South Africa has unveiled a formidable 15-member squad for the Women's Cricket World Cup. As expected, Laura Wolvaardt has been named the South African Women's skipper, with veteran cricketer Dane van Niekerk missing out on selection. 

Wolvaardt, Tryon, Kapp And Luus Form South African Core

Despite taking a retirement U-turn, Dane van Niekerk hasn't found a place in South Africa Women's World Cup squad. Meanwhile, stylish opening batter Laura Wolvaardt will lead the South African contingent in the tournament, forming the core group alongside the experienced trio of Chloe Tryon, Marizanne Kapp and Sune Luus. 

Apart from these four players, South Africa will bank on Tazmin Brits for their success with the bat, while the famed trio of Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba and Masabata Klaas will spearhead their bowling attack. 

South Africa Squad For 2025 Women's World Cup

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

It's worth mentioning that the same team will also participate in the upcoming series against Pakistan Women, starting on the 16th of this month.

The eyes will also be on likes of Sinalo Jafta, Annerie Dercksen and Nadine de Klerk, who could be game-changers, courtesy of the skill they have in their respective departments. 

South Africa's World Cup Schedule

Led by Laura Wolvaardt, South Africa Women will kickstart their World Cup campaign with a high-voltage clash against England at Barsapara Stadium on October 3. They will take on New Zealand Women in their second game before clashing with India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Australia in the subsequent affairs.