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SA-W vs PAK-W match 22 statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

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SA-W vs PAK-W preview [Source: @ProteasWomenCSA, @OfficialSfreak/x.com]SA-W vs PAK-W preview [Source: @ProteasWomenCSA, @OfficialSfreak/x.com]

The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 action continues with South Africa Women (SA-W) locking horns with Pakistan Women (PAK-W) in Match 22 on Tuesday, October 21 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The match will begin at 3:00 PM IST with South Africa already through to the semi-finals while Pakistan fight to stay alive in the tournament.

South Africa Women

South Africa Women have been in imperious form, winning four out of their five matches so far. After a huge loss in the opening game, the Proteas have bounced back strongly with four consecutive victories to seal a semi-final spot. In their last game against Sri Lanka Women, they dominated in every department: first restricting the hosts to 105/7 in a rain-shortened 20-over contest and then chasing the target without losing a wicket.

Nonkululeko Mlaba was outstanding with the ball, taking 3 wickets while Masabata Klaas claimed 2 scalps to keep Sri Lanka in check. With the bat, captain Laura Wolvaardt (60* off 47 balls) and Tazmin Brits (55* off 42 balls) led a clinical chase, sealing a 10-wicket win. With qualification already secured, South Africa may look to rotate key players and fine-tune their combinations ahead of the knockouts.

Pakistan Women

On the other hand, Pakistan Women have struggled for form and confidence, sitting at the bottom of the table with three losses and two no results in five matches. Their previous encounter against New Zealand Women was washed out, but not before they managed 92/5 in 25 overs. Muneeba Ali scored 22 runs while Aliya Riaz remained unbeaten on 28, though others like Sidra Amin, Omaima Sohail and Natalia Pervaiz failed to get going.

Captain Fatima Sana has been leading the side with discipline but Pakistan need a collective team effort to overcome a confident South African unit. Their batting depth remains a concern and the bowling attack must find consistency to stand a chance against one of the best-balanced sides in the competition.

SA-W vs PAK-W head-to-head overview

South Africa Women and Pakistan Women have faced each other 31 times in One-Day Internationals. The Proteas have dominated the rivalry with 23 victories while Pakistan have won just 6 matches. One game ended in a tie, and another in no result.

R. Premadasa Stadium pitch report

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo offers an excellent balance between bat and ball. Early on, pacers can extract seam movement and bounce while as the match wears on, the spinners take control of the proceedings. Out of 28 Women’s ODIs played here, 15 have been won by teams batting first, 10 by chasing sides while 3 ended without a result. Expect captains to prefer batting first and letting their spinners exploit the conditions in the second innings.

South Africa Women and Pakistan Women’s probable playing XI

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, Masabata Klaas

Pakistan Women

Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Ameen, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Rameen Shamim, Sidra Nawaz (wk), Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal

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

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Marizanne Kapp: 677 Runs

Marizanne Kapp has scored 677 runs in 21 matches at an impressive average of 56.41, including one century and three fifties. Her composure under pressure and ability to accelerate make her indispensable.

Laura Wolvaardt: 568 Runs

South Africa women captain, Laura Wolvaardt has amassed 568 runs in 15 matches at an average of 40.57 with one hundred and five fifties. Her classical stroke play and consistency at the top continue to anchor South Africa’s innings.

Sidra Amin: 463 Runs

Pakistan’s most reliable batter has piled up 463 runs in 12 innings at a strong average of 46.30, including two centuries and two fifties. Her ability to play long innings is Pakistan’s biggest hope.

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

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Nashra Sandhu: 22 Wickets

The left-arm spinner has been a constant threat, picking up 22 wickets in 15 matches at an average of 26.13, with a career-best of 6/26. Her flight and control make her Pakistan’s trump card in the middle overs.

Marizanne Kapp: 19 Wickets

With 19 wickets in 21 games at 29.52 average, Marizanne Kapp remains a genuine match-winner with both bat and ball, often striking with the new ball.

Sune Luus: 18 Wickets

Sune Luus has snagged 18 scalps in as many matches at an economy of 3.94. Her role in the middle overs will be key for the Proteas.

SA-W vs PAK-W stats

South Africa Women’s records

  • South Africa have played 5 ODIs at the R. Premadasa Stadium, winning 2 and losing 3.
  • Tazmin Brits has been unstoppable in 2025, scoring 804 runs in 14 ODIs at an average of 73.09 with five centuries and two fifties, including a career-best 171*.
  • Laura Wolvaardt has notched 528 runs in 14 matches this year at 40.61 average, including one hundred and three fifties.
  • Nonkululeko Mlaba has been their most consistent bowler in 2025, claiming 26 wickets in 13 ODIs at an economy of 4.81.
  • Marizanne Kapp vs Muneeba Ali in ODIs: 12 runs, 42 balls, 2 dismissals
  • Laura Wolvaardt vs Fatima Sana in ODIs: 98 runs, 106 balls, 0 dismissals
  • Nadine de Klerk vs Natalia Pervaiz in ODIs: 18 runs, 14 balls, 1 dismissal

Pakistan Women’s records

  • Pakistan have played 5 ODIs at the Premadasa, losing 3 with 2 no results.
  • Sidra Ameen has been outstanding this year, amassing 643 runs in 13 ODIs at an average of 64.30, including two centuries and five fifties.
  • Muneeba Ali has scored 397 runs in 12 matches in 2025 at a 33.08 average, including three fifties.
  • Nashra Sandhu has been consistent with the ball, taking 20 wickets in 13 ODIs this year at an economy of 4.08, including a five-wicket haul.
  • Fatima Sana has led from the front, claiming 21 wickets in 13 ODIs in 2025 at a 4.67 economy.
  • Sidra Amin vs Ayabonga Khaka in ODIs: 46 runs, 66 balls, 0 dismissals
  • Nashra Sandhu vs Sune Luus in ODIs: 76 runs, 134 balls, 2 dismissals
  • Aliya Riaz vs Nonkululeko Mlaba in ODIs:53 runs, 73 balls, 0 dismissals

Records that can be broken in SA-W vs PAK-W Match 22 of 2025 Women’s World Cup

  • Anneke Bosch needs 94 runs to reach 500 ODI runs.
  • Sune Luus is 2 fours away from completing 250 ODI fours.
  • Chloe Tryon is 1 four short of 200 ODI fours.
  • Nonkululeko Mlaba requires 1 wicket to reach 50 ODI wickets.
  • Sidra Amin needs 9 fours to complete 250 ODI fours.
  • Aliya Riaz is 1 four away from completing 150 ODI fours.
  • Sidra Nawaz needs 27 runs to reach 500 ODI runs and 9 fours to complete 50 ODI fours.