1st T20I between south african women And pakistan women Will take place today, February 10, 2026, at Cenves Park. The match marks the beginning of South Africa’s “Brave Summer of Cricket”, as they build momentum for the upcoming T20 World Cup in June.
South Africa start as favorites as Pakistan look to make a comeback away from home
South Africa are entering this opening match with significant confidence after an impressive 2-0 series win over Ireland. Proteas’ edge has sharpened in recent terms Women’s Premier League (WPL)with Laura Wolvaardt And Nadine de Klerk Returning in sensational form. The hosts’ strategy will likely revolve around their explosive top-order firepower and highly disciplined pace attack.
Pakistan, led by fatima sanaWill want to prove that they can compete even away from home. While they are struggling for consistency ahead of the 2024 World Cup, they have a dangerous spin department that has historically troubled the South African batsmen. Pakistan will need its senior players to cause an upset Muniba Ali And Alia Riaz To settle the innings against the hostile pace of marijane kapp.
SA-W vs PAK-W, 1st T20I: Match Details
- date and time: 10 February; 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT / 6:00 PM NZDT
- venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
Head-to-head record (T20I):
matches played: 24 | South Africa women won: 13 | pakistan women won:11
senves park pitch report
The surface at Senwes Park is traditionally known to be balanced but it is a bit bowler-friendly in the early stages of a T20 match. The pitch offers good carry and predictable bounce, which will delight the South African fast bowlers. Expect the ball to “zip” under the floodlights during the first few overs. Recent data shows that the track slows down as the match progresses. Spinners have recently averaged 22.66 per out at this venue, while fast bowlers have averaged 24.27. The average first innings score at this venue is between 130-135. Scores above 150 are considered highly competitive and difficult to chase.
Squad:
South African Women: Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Kayla Reineke, Sune Luus, Marijne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dirksen, Masabata Klass, Ayabonga Khaka, Dane van Niekerk, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayanda Hlubi, Karabo Maceo.
Pakistan Women: Sidra Amin, Ayesha Zafar, Muniba Ali (wk), Aliya Riaz, Ayman Fatima, Natalia Parvez, Fatima Sana (c), Nashra Sandhu, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Tooba Hasan, Gul Firoz, Tasmiya Rubab, Humna Bilal, Saira Jabeen.
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SA-W vs PAK-W, 1st T20I: Today’s match prediction
Case 1:
- South Africa won the toss and bowled first
- Pakistan Powerplay Score: 35-45
- Pakistan’s total score: 130-140
Case 2:
- Pakistan won the toss and bowled first
- South Africa Powerplay Score: 40-50
- South Africa’s total score: 155-165
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