Australia Women vs South Africa Women, 3rd ODI: Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between AUS vs SA?

Australia women (AUS-W) and South Africa women (SA-W) are all set to lock horns in the second ODI of the ongoing three-match series on Saturday, February 10, at the North Sydney Oval in New South Wales. The visitors make it 1-1 after winning the rain-marred second ODI by 84 runs using the DLS method.

After being put to bat first, South Africa posted 229 after a rain delay cut the game short to 45 overs. Marizanne Kapp was the standout batter for the Proteas as she scored 75 of 87 deliveries while batting down the order. The star South African medium-fast bowler, showcased her prowess in bowling as she claimed a three-wicket haul for just 12 runs, as South Africa bundled out the hosts 149 in 29.3 overs during Australia's 234-run chase. Remarkably, this was South Africa's first ODI win against the Aussies. The two teams will now aim for nothing more than a win to seal the series. 

AUS-W vs SA-W Match Details

North Sydney Oval Pitch Report and Conditions

The pitch at the North Sydney Oval generally favours batters. The average first innings score at this venue is 168 runs. Notably, the toss-winning captain is likely to opt to bat first to put a formidable total on board.

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AUS-W vs SA-W Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

AUS-W vs SA-W Predicted Playing XI:

Australia:

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

South Africa:

Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk, Chloe Tryon, Eliz-Mari Marx, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Masabata Klaas, Ayanda Hlubi

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Anneke Bosch

Anneke Bosch could be the best batter in the forthcoming game. She has provided a significant contribution in the second ODI, scoring 44 off 46 deliveries, including nine boundaries and a maximum. 

Probable Best Bowler: Marizanne Kapp

Marizanne Kapp could be the best bowler in the series decider between Australia and South Africa. The medium fast-bowler was the match-winner for South Africa in the second ODI. She has scored 75 runs and picked up three wickets in the second ODI and is expected to carry forward her form in the final game. 

Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.