Get the best SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, likely playing XI and match insights for the first ODI match of the Pakistan Women’s Tour of South Africa 2026. Expert analysis and more.
SA-W vs. PAK-W match preview:
South Africa Women and Pakistan Women start the three-match ODI series on 22i.e February 2026 at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein. The 1st ODI starts at 1:30 PM IST. Earlier in the tour, South Africa Women dominated the T20I stage and brought strong momentum to the 50-over format. Now both teams will shift their focus to the ODI series and aim to make a new impact in Bloemfontein.
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Laura Wolvaardt will captain the South African women’s team while Fatima Sana will lead the Pakistan women in this ODI series. South Africa will rely on experienced players such as Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Suné Luus and Chloe Tryon to build solid partnerships. Moreover, bowlers Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune and Nonkululeko Mlaba will look to control the innings with disciplined spells. On the other hand, Pakistan Women will depend on Muneeba Ali, Sidra Amin and Aliya Riaz to anchor the batting line-up. In addition, captain Fatima Sana and Natalia Pervaiz will aim to contribute to strengthening their performance with both bat and ball.
These two teams have faced each other several times in the ODI format over the years, and South African women have generally maintained the upper hand in head-to-head matches. Nevertheless, Pakistan Women will look to regroup and challenge strongly in this longer format. Hence, an exciting and competitive ODI opening is expected at Mangaung Oval as both sides fight to take an early lead in the series.
SA-W vs. PAK-W head-to-head record:
Teams | Matches won |
South African women | 23 |
Pakistani women | 6 |
SA-W versus PAK-W Weather and location report:
Temperature | 24°C |
Weather forecast | Sunny |
Pitch behavior | Stroke-friendly |
Best suited for | Pace |
Average score in the first innings | 242 |
Record of chasing teams:
Recordings | Good |
Winning % | 54% |
SA-W vs. PAK-W plays 11s (predicted):
South African women play 11:
1) Laura Wolvaardt ©
2) Compensation British
3) Anneke Bosch
4) Sune Luus
5) Chloe Tryon
6) Nadine de Klerk
7) Annerie Dercksen
8) Sinalo Jafta (week)
9) Ayabonga Khaka
10) Tumi Sekhukhune
11) Nkululeko Mlaba
Pakistani women play 11:
1) Muneeba Ali (week)
2) Parsha Amin
3) Seagull Feroza
4) Sadaf-shams
5) Aliya Riaz
6) Fatima Sana ©
7) Natalia Pervaiz
8) Shadab Khan
9) Mohammed Nawaz
10) Shaheen Shah Afridi
11) Abrar Ahmed
Popular picks for SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 prediction and fantasy cricket tips:
Captaincy Choices:
Nadine de Klerk – Accomplished right-handed all-rounder for South Africa Women has amassed 934 runs and captured 68 wickets in 58 matches, recently demonstrating her match-winning ability with an unbeaten 84* against India Women. |
Laura Wolvaardt – Leading leader and right-handed opening batter for South Africa Women has produced 5,477 runs in 122 career matches at an excellent average of 52.16, with 13 centuries, including a magnificent unbeaten 184*. |
Top Picks:
Annerie Dercksen – Rising right-handed all-round talent for South Africa Women has amassed 457 runs and taken 10 wickets in 19 appearances, recently raising her profile with an impressive maiden ODI century of 104 against Sri Lanka Women. |
Fatima Sana – Inspirational Pakistan Women captain has amassed 642 runs and secured 75 wickets in 57 matches, underlined by a remarkable career-best 5/39 that cements her status as a premier all-rounder. |
Budget choices:
Natalia Pervaiz – Technically confident right-handed batter representing Pakistan Women, has amassed 286 runs and claimed 1 wicket in 18 appearances, with a career-high 73 against South Africa Women in late 2025. |
Tumi Sekhukhune – Composite left-handed batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler for South Africa Women has registered 25 runs and an impressive 36 wickets in 37 career matches, highlighted by an excellent best of 4/54 against Ireland Women. |
SA-W vs PAK-W Pakistan Women Tour of South Africa 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain | Laura Wolvaardt & Nadine de Klerk |
Vice Captain | Fatima Sana & Annerie Dercksen |
SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Custodian – Muneeba Ali
- Batters – Laura Wolvaardt ©, Aliya Riaz, Tazmin Brits
- All-rounders – Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Fatima Sana (vc), Annerie Dercksen
- Bowlers – Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Nonkululeko Mlaba
SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Custodian – Muneeba Ali
- Batters – Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits
- All-rounders – Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk ©, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana, Annerie Dercksen (vc)
- Bowlers – Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Tumi Sekhukhune
SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Pakistan Women Tour of South Africa 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Gul Feroza | 7.0 credits | THAT |
Laura Goodall | 7.0 credits | THAT |
SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 prediction today match 1st ODI Pakistan Women Tour of South Africa 2026 Expert advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Laura Wolvaardt |
GL Captaincy Choice | Nadine de Klerk |
Point picks | Tumi Sekhukhune and Natalia Pervaiz |
Dream11 Combination | 1-3-4-3 |
Match Winner Prediction of SA-W vs PAK-W:
Given the head-to-head record between the two sides, South African women are expected to win this match.
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