The opening fixture of the Bangladesh – South Africa Emerging series brings together two talented young squads keen on making a strong statement from the get-go. Bangladesh Women Emerging step onto South African soil with a well-balanced group featuring a blend of rising stars and players with senior international experience, looking to test their mettle in tough away conditions. South Africa Women Emerging, on the other hand, will look to capitalize on home advantage, fielding a strong lineup loaded with domestic standout performers who are eager to push for spots in the main Proteas setup. With both sides aiming to set the tone for the series, the clash promises an engaging contest right from the opening delivery.
Squads:
South Africa Emerging Women’s Cricket Team
Alex Candler, Simone Lourens, Miane Smit, Faye Tunnicliffe, Yasmeen Khan, Karabo Meso, Leah Jones Eliz-Mari Marx, Seshnie Naidu, Caitlin Wyngaard, Nthabiseng Nini, Nondumiso Shangase , Oluhle Siyo, Luyanda Nzuza, Diara Ramlaken
Bangladesh Emerging Women’s Cricket Team
Disha Biswas, Lata Mondol, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Murshida Khatun, Shathi Rani, Nishita Akter Nishi, Most Jannatul Ferdus Sumona, Fatema Jahan, Halimatul Sadia, Misty Rany Shaha, Habiba Islam Pinky, Aka Mollik, Afia Ashima Era, Sabikun Nahar Jesmin, Mst Eva, Mst Jannatul
Players to watch out:
Rubiya Haider
Rubiya Haider has played 7 WODIs so far, scoring 144 runs across 7 innings at an average of 24.00. Her highest score in the format is a solid 54*, which stands as her only fifty in 50-over international cricket. Striking at 56.91, she has hit 19 boundaries so far without clearing the rope or registering a fielding catch.
Murshida Khatun
Murshida Khatun brings plenty of top-order experience with 32 WODIs under her belt, gathering 535 runs in 30 innings. Batting at an average of 19.81 and a strike rate of 59.57, her best knock in the format is an unbeaten 91. She has notched up 3 half-centuries, hit 72 fours alongside a lone six, and safely taken 5 catches.
Faye Tunnicliffe
Faye Tunnicliffe has featured in 6 WODIs, scoring 84 runs across 5 innings at a decent average of 21.00. She came close to a half-century with a top score of 47, scoring her runs at a healthy strike rate of 73.68. Her tally includes 8 fours and a six, while she has been active in the field taking 8 catches.
Karabo Meso
Karabo Meso has 9 WODI appearances to her name, getting a chance to bat in 6 innings and compiling 46 runs. She averages 9.20 with a top score of 17 and a strike rate of 47.91, having struck 2 boundaries in 50-over cricket. She has done solid work with the gloves, taking 9 catches and executing a stumping.
Pitch:
While seamers can extract useful seam and swing movement early on, especially under humid or overcast Durban skies, the deck generally settles into a predictable, even-paced pitch where batters can play their shots freely once set, with spinners gaining subtle traction as the match progresses.
Weather:
The daytime conditions will bring light rain with a high temperature of 16°C and a low of 13°C, alongside southwest winds at 10 mph, an 86% humidity level, and a 35% chance of rain.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Lata Mondol, Rubya Haider Jhelik, Murshida Khatun, Shathi Rani, Nishita Akter Nishi, Alex Candler, Simone Lourens, Faye Tunnicliffe, Yasmeen Khan, Karabo Meso, Diara Ramlaken
Match Details:
Date – July 29, 2026
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – Chatsworth Stadium, Durban
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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