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AUS-W vs SA-W match 26 statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

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The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 action heats up as Australia Women (AUS-W) take on South Africa Women (SA-W) in Match 26 on Friday, October 25 at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. The match begins at 3:00 PM IST with both in-form sides eyeing the top spot in the group stage before heading into the semi-finals.

Australia Women

Australia Women have been in unstoppable form throughout the tournament, playing six matches, winning five with one no result. In their previous encounter, they showcased their trademark brilliance against England Women. The Aussies restricted England to 244/9, where Annabel Sutherland led the charge with 3 wickets while Sophie Molineux and Ashleigh Gardner picked up two each.

Chasing 245, the Aussies were in early trouble at 68/4 but a remarkable 104* from Gardner and 98* from Sutherland powered them home comfortably in 40.3 overs. With the likes of Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney and Ellyse Perry all in sublime form, Australia look a well-oiled machine. They will aim to stay unbeaten and carry their dominant run into the knockout stage.

South Africa Women

South Africa Women have been equally impressive, winning five of their six games to seal a semi-final berth. After a shaky start to the campaign, the Proteas bounced back in style with five consecutive wins, proving their all-round brilliance.

In their last outing against Pakistan Women, they piled up 312/9, thanks to fifties from Laura Wolvaardt, Sune Luus and Marizanne Kapp while Nadine de Klerk added fireworks with a 16-ball 41. With the ball, Kapp took 3 wickets and Nondumiso Shangase picked up 2, as South Africa cruised to a 150-run victory in a rain-curtailed match. They will now look to defeat the mighty Aussies and head into the semis with confidence.

AUS-W vs SA-W head-to-head overview

Australia Women and South Africa Women have faced each other 18 times in ODIs. Australia have been dominant, winning 16 matches while South Africa have managed just one victory with one game ending in a tie.

Holkar Cricket Stadium pitch report

The Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore offers a true batting surface, perfect for stroke-makers. The ball comes nicely onto the bat, allowing players to play freely through the line. Pacers may find early swing under lights but once the shine fades, batters can take control. Spinners, meanwhile, must rely on accuracy and subtle changes in pace to extract success. Teams batting first generally fare better here, making the toss crucial in determining the strategy. Expect a high-scoring thriller with plenty of boundaries.

Australia Women and South Africa Women's probable playing XI

Australia Women

Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt

South Africa Women

Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Karabo Meso (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Nondumiso Shangase, Ayabonga Khaka

Top run scorers in AUS-W vs SA-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Ellyse Perry: 424 Runs

The Australian all-rounder has scored 424 runs in 11 matches at a staggering average of 84.80, including five fifties, with a top score of 95*. Her consistency and composure make her the anchor of Australia’s middle order.

Marizanne Kapp: 347 Runs

The Proteas veteran has compiled 347 runs in 12 matches at an average of 49.57, including four half-centuries. Her ability to build partnerships and accelerate late in the innings makes her indispensable.

Sune Luus: 347 Runs

The all-rounder has scored 285 runs in 10 matches at an average of 31.66 with three fifties, proving to be a steady hand in South Africa’s middle order.

Top wicket-takers in AUS-W vs SA-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Sune Luus: 15 Wickets

Sune Luus has snagged 15 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 18.60, including a five-wicket haul (5/67). Her ability to strike in the middle overs makes her a key weapon for the Proteas.

Ellyse Perry: 13 Wickets

Ellyse Perry has taken 13 wickets in 11 matches at an average of 23.92 with best figures of 3/35, providing crucial breakthroughs with her disciplined seam bowling.

Marizanne Kapp: 9 Wickets

Marizanne Kapp has picked up 9 wickets in 12 matches at a 37.11 average, often delivering tight spells in the powerplay.

AUS-W vs SA-W stats

Australia Women’s records

  • Alyssa Healy has scored 474 runs in 10 ODIs in 2025 at an average of 52.66 and a strike rate of 115.89.
  • Beth Mooney has amassed 468 runs in 11 matches in 2025 at a strike rate of 100.6, with two hundreds and two fifties.
  • Ashleigh Gardner has scored 467 runs in 11 ODIs this year at an average of 112.80, including three centuries.
  • Ellyse Perry has contributed 316 runs in 11 matches in 2025 at a strike rate of 79.00, alongside two fifties.
  • Annabel Sutherland has taken 19 wickets in 10 ODIs in 2025 at an economy of 4.62.
  • Alana King has bagged 18 wickets in 11 ODIs this year at an economy rate of 4.49.
  • Alyssa Healy vs Ayabonga Khaka in ODIs: 20 runs, 21 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Beth Mooney vs Nonkululeko Mlaba in ODIs: 21 runs, 12 balls, 0 dismissals

South Africa Women’s records

  • South Africa have played 31 ODIs In India, winning 14 and losing 17.
  • Tazmin Brits has been sensational in 2025, scoring 804 runs in 15 ODIs at an average of 67.00 with five centuries and two fifties, including a career-best 171*.
  • Laura Wolvaardt has registered 618 runs in 15 matches this year at an average of 44.14, including one hundred and four fifties.
  • Nonkululeko Mlaba has been the standout bowler, taking 26 wickets in 14 ODIs in 2025 at 4.78 economy.
  • Marizanne Kapp vs Phoebe Litchfield in ODIs: 7 runs, 18 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Laura Wolvaardt vs Megan Schutt in ODIs: 43 runs, 58 balls, 2 dismissals
  • Sune Luus vs Alana King in ODIs: 19 runs, 15 balls, 1 dismissal

Records that can be broken in AUS-W vs SA-W Match 26 of 2025 Women’s World Cup

  • Ellyse Perry needs 73 runs to reach 4500 ODI runs, 5 fours to complete 400 ODI fours, and 2 sixes to reach 50 ODI sixes.
  • Beth Mooney is 69 runs away from 3000 ODI runs.
  • Annabel Sutherland needs 32 runs to reach 1000 ODI runs and 7 fours to complete 100 ODI fours.
  • Megan Schutt requires 6 wickets to complete 150 ODI wickets.
  • Georgia Wareham needs 1 wicket to reach 50 ODI wickets.
  • Laura Wolvaardt is 79 runs short of 5000 ODI runs and 2 fours away from 550 ODI fours.
  • Marizanne Kapp requires 35 runs to complete 3500 ODI runs.
  • Nonkululeko Mlaba needs 1 wicket to reach 50 ODI wickets.