The tenth fixture of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises a captivating contest as India Women take on South Africa Women on October 9th at the Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. The match kicks off at 3:00 PM IST, setting the stage for one of the most awaited clashes of the tournament.
Form Guide – India
India have been in formidable form so far, showcasing all-round dominance in their opening fixtures. Against Sri Lanka, they recovered from a precarious 124/6 to post a DLS-adjusted 270, thanks to valuable lower-order contributions, before bowling out the opponents for 211 to register a 59-run victory. Their momentum continued in the high-voltage clash versus Pakistan, where they put up 247 on the board and bundled out the rivals for just 159, sealing an emphatic 88-run win to remain unbeaten.
Their preparations leading up to the World Cup reflected a side in steady rhythm. India pushed defending champions Australia hard in a fiercely contested three-match ODI series, eventually going down 1–2 but gaining vital takeaways in both batting and bowling departments. In the warm-up matches, they endured a heavy 152-run defeat to England but bounced back strongly with a four-wicket win over New Zealand, regaining confidence and balance ahead of the World Cup opener.
Form Guide – South Africa
South Africa, meanwhile, have endured contrasting fortunes. After being dismissed for a mere 69 in their opening encounter against England — leading to a heavy 10-wicket defeat — they bounced back superbly against New Zealand. Their bowlers executed their plans to perfection, restricting the Kiwis to 231, before their batting unit responded with a calm and composed chase, sealing a 6-wicket victory with 9.1 overs to spare, reigniting their campaign.
Their road to the World Cup was far from straightforward. During the Tri-Nation Series against India and Sri Lanka, South Africa managed just one win in four matches, struggling for momentum. However, form returned on the West Indies tour in June, where they clinched a 2-1 series victory, followed by another 2-1 series win in Pakistan in September — crucial in building belief. Their warm-up matches offered mixed results, with one washout and a four-wicket win in the other, giving them steady confidence heading into the World Cup.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 33
- India Wins – 20
- South Africa Wins – 12
India and South Africa have met 33 times in One-Day Internationals, with India maintaining a clear upper hand with 20 victories. Their most recent encounters came during the Tri-Nation Series, where India prevailed in both meetings — winning by 15 runs and 23 runs, respectively.
With both teams finding their rhythm, the Vizag clash promises to be a thrilling contest. India will look to continue their winning run and maintain dominance, while South Africa aims to build on their recent resurgence. With star performers on both sides, this encounter could prove pivotal in shaping the World Cup standings.
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