South Africa Women vs England Women Match Preview, 1st ODI

South Africa Women (SA-W) take on the visiting side England Women (ENG-W) in the first ODI of the three-match series, at Diamond Oval in Kimberley, on Wednesday, December 04. Ahead of this series, both the teams locked horns in a three-match T20I series which went in favour of the English as they cleanly swept the series.

In the ODIs, the hosts have not had success in the 50-over format in the recent past. In their last ODI series against India earlier this year, the side lost the series in a 3-0 margin. The side has been low on confidence with their performances and will be looking to make a good impact in the upcoming series.

Meanwhile, England Women are riding high in confidence after their series win. With the focus shifted towards the 50-over format the side will look to continue their dominance, in the last series against Ireland, the team won the series convincingly. 

Match Details

Pitch Report

The Diamond Oval in Kimberley is a well-balanced surface in limited-overs cricket. Fast bowlers can expect more assistance, particularly with the new ball. The toss-winning captain is likely to bowl first as chasing would be relatively easier at this ground.

Head-To-Head Record:

SA-W vs ENG-W Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa Women: 

Laura Wolvaardt (captain),  Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Chloé Tryon.

England Women: 

Heather Knight (c), Tammy Beaumont, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Sophie Ecclestone, Amy Jone, Sarah Glenn, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.