The fourteenth encounter of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises a thrilling contest as South Africa Women lock horns with Bangladesh Women on October 13th at the Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. The action begins at 3:00 PM IST, and with both teams showing flashes of brilliance in their campaigns, a captivating battle awaits under the Vizag sun.
Form Guide – Bangladesh
Bangladesh began their campaign on a high, routing Pakistan for 129 and chasing the target with seven wickets to spare. Against England, they showed remarkable grit — posting 179 on a challenging surface and reducing the defending champions to 103/6, before Heather Knight’s calm innings and a few debatable calls shifted the game away. Their next outing, however, brought a setback, as New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack skittled them for 127, sealing a comprehensive win.
Their 2025 season had already showcased their growth. On the Caribbean tour, Bangladesh bounced back from a 9-wicket loss to defeat West Indies by 60 runs, narrowly missing out in the decider. During the World Cup Qualifiers, they were consistent and composed — finishing second overall with key wins over Thailand, Ireland, and Scotland, losing only to Pakistan and West Indies.
In the September warm-ups, Bangladesh again showed spirit and composure. Their fixture against South Africa was washed out, but a thrilling 1-run win over Sri Lanka highlighted their resilience and readiness for high-pressure battles.
Form Guide – South Africa
South Africa’s campaign has been a true roller-coaster. After a horror start — bowled out for just 69 against England and losing by 10 wickets — they responded with poise and precision. Their bowlers dismantled New Zealand for 231, before chasing down the target with six wickets in hand and nearly 10 overs to spare. That momentum carried into their next match against India, where they held their nerve to chase 252 with three wickets remaining, reigniting belief in a deep tournament run.
Their road to the World Cup wasn’t without hurdles. During the Tri-Nation Series against India and Sri Lanka, South Africa managed just one win in four matches, struggling for rhythm. However, their fortunes turned during the West Indies tour in June, clinching a 2-1 series win, followed by another 2-1 triumph in Pakistan in September — vital in restoring confidence. The warm-up fixtures offered steady signs of readiness, with one washout and a composed four-wicket victory in the other, setting a balanced tone ahead of the World Cup.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 21
- South Africa Wins – 18
- Bangladesh Wins – 3
South Africa holds a dominant record over Bangladesh in ODIs, having won 18 of their 21 encounters. Their most recent meeting came during Bangladesh’s tour of South Africa in December 2023, where the hosts clinched the bilateral series 2-1.
With South Africa peaking at the right time and Bangladesh eager to rebound after a dip, this clash in Visakhapatnam carries the promise of balance — power against precision, pace against patience. Both sides have shown they can punch above their weight, but consistency under pressure will decide who stays on track for the semifinals.
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