South Africa vs Pakistan Women 2nd T20I: Match Prediction and Winner Insights
South Africa Women will face Pakistan Women in the second T20I at Willowmoore Park on February 13. Following a dramatic last-ball victory in the series opener, the South African team aims to extend their lead in the three-match series.
Match Overview: South Africa Women vs. Pakistan Women 2nd T20I
The match will commence at 9:30 PM IST, 4:00 PM GMT, and 6:00 PM NZDT. This game is crucial for both teams, with South Africa holding a 1-0 series lead.
Recent Performance
In the first T20I, South Africa chased down a target of 181 runs. Captain Laura Wolvaardt delivered an impressive performance scoring 61 runs off 38 balls. Debutant Kayla Reyneke also made her mark, contributing significantly with both bat and ball, leading her team to a 5-wicket win.
In contrast, Pakistan experienced mixed fortunes. Although captain Fatima Sana played remarkably well, scoring a career-best 90 off 41 balls, the rest of the batting order struggled to build on the momentum. Pakistan needs to improve their consistency in both batting and bowling to compete effectively.
Match Details
- Date: February 13
- Time: 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT / 6:00 PM NZDT
- Venue: Willowmoore Park, Benoni
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | South Africa Women Wins | Pakistan Women Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 14 | 11 |
Pitch Report
The pitch at Willowmoore Park is renowned for being a favorable venue for batting. The surface is hard and flat, typically offering excellent bounce and pace. Recent T20 matches indicate that an average score sits between 170-175 runs, with totals below 160 generally deemed insufficient.
As the game progresses, the dew factor may play a crucial role, affecting spinners and aiding the chasing team. Teams batting first and second have seen balanced success in past matches, but captains might prefer to field first considering evening conditions.
Squads
South Africa Women:
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Kayla Reyneke, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dercksen, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Dane van Niekerk, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayanda Hlubi, Karabo Meso
Pakistan Women:
Sidra Amin, Ayesha Zafar, Muneeba Ali (wk), Aliya Riaz, Eyman Fatima, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Nashra Sandhu, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Tuba Hassan, Gull Feroza, Tasmia Rubab, Humna Bilal, Saira Jabeen
Match Prediction
- Case 1: If South Africa wins the toss and bowls first, expect Pakistan to score between 140-150 runs.
- Case 2: If Pakistan wins the toss and bowls first, South Africa might reach 160-170 runs.
Looking at the current form, the team that bowls first is likely to have the upper hand in this contest.
