The second clash of the day presents two teams at completely opposite ends of their Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 journeys. South Africa is stationed in third place with 4 points from three games, firmly in the hunt for a semi-final berth. On the other hand, the Netherlands are languishing at the bottom of Group A in sixth place with zero points, having lost all three of their opening matches and being officially eliminated from the tournament.
Squads:
South Africa Women’s Cricket Team
Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk
Netherlands Women’s Cricket Team
Babette de Leede (C), Caroline de Lange, Frédérique Overdijk, Hannah Landheer, Heather Siegers, Iris Zwilling, Isabel van der Woning, Lara Leemhuis, Myrthe van den Raad, Phebe Molkenboer, Robine Rijke, Rosalie Lawrence, Sanya Khurana, Silver Siegers, Sterre Kalis
Players to watch out:
Marizanne Kapp
Marizanne Kapp remains one of the world’s premier all-rounders, boasting a seasoned T20I career where she has made 1,753 runs across 123 matches with 6 half-centuries. In the 2026 World Cup, her batting has been explosive, she has blasted 103 runs in 3 innings at an average of 51.50 and a phenomenal strike rate of 174.57. Her multi-faceted value shows she has also snared 6 wickets with the ball at an economy of 6.58.
Shabnim Ismail
The veteran South African speedster continues to bring immense experience and pace to her side’s bowling attack in the 2026 World Cup. She has successfully picked up 4 wickets across 3 matches. Having bowled a total of 11 overs, she maintains a steady economy rate of 6.90 and a bowling average of 19.00, with a best individual game performance of 2/28.
Babette de Leede
The Dutch wicketkeeper-batter reached a major milestone by playing her 100th T20I match, accumulating 1,759 career runs at an average of 22.55 with 9 half-centuries. She has carried this veteran presence beautifully into the 2026 World Cup tournament. She has already accumulated 134 runs in her 3 innings at a superb average of 67.00, crossing the fifty-mark twice with a highest score of 56 not out.
Caroline de Lange
Caroline de Lange has been a standout performer for the Netherlands, leading their bowling efforts with great control during the 2026 World Cup. She has captured 6 wickets in 3 matches. Across her 12 overs of bowling, she maintains a striking capability with a best bowling display of 2/27, proving herself to be a reliable weapon for the Dutch team in key situations.
Pitch:
Historically, the Bristol surface is known to be a batting paradise with short boundaries that favor a high-scoring game. However, with the warm, dry weather and a 63% humidity level, expect the surface to dry out quickly, which could bring the spinners into play as the match progresses.
Weather:
Bristol will bring blazing sunshine during the day with a soaring high of 36°C and a 12-mph easterly wind. The night introduces a 25% chance of light rain alongside a low of 22°C, with overall humidity hovering at 55%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Laura Wolvaardt, Nadine de Klerk, Shabnim Ismail, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Babette de Leede, Caroline de Lange, Heather Siegers, Silver Siegers, Sterre Kalis
Match Details:
Date – June 25, 2026
Time – 11:00 PM IST
Venue – County Ground, Bristol, England
Broadcast – Star Sports & JioHotstar
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