The twenty-second clash of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises an enthralling showdown as South Africa Women lock horns with Pakistan Women on October 21st at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The contest begins at 3:00 PM IST, setting the stage for a gripping battle between South Africa’s calculated composure and Pakistan’s determined resilience under the humid Colombo skies.
Form Guide – Pakistan
Pakistan, on the other hand, have displayed glimpses of promise amid recurring batting inconsistencies. Their struggles against Bangladesh (129 all out) and India (159 all out) exposed fragility under pressure, though their bowlers have shown heart and discipline. Despite fighting hard against Australia, they fell short by 107 runs, while rain denied them potential victories against England and New Zealand. As they face a confident South African side, Fatima Sana’s team will seek stability, depth, and composure to keep their campaign alive.
Earlier this year, Pakistan were unbeaten in the World Cup Qualifiers at home and displayed grit during their bilateral series against South Africa, bouncing back strongly in the final match to bowl the visitors out for just 115. However, interrupted preparations — including rain-hit warm-ups and narrow defeats — have hampered rhythm, leaving them eager to rediscover their winning touch in Colombo.
Form Guide – South Africa
South Africa’s campaign began on a disastrous note against England — bowled out for just 69 and beaten by 10 wickets. However, they bounced back impressively with a six-wicket win over New Zealand, followed by a thrilling final-over victory against India. Further wins over Bangladesh and Sri Lanka — including a commanding 10-wicket triumph — have established Laura Wolvaardt’s side as one of the most in-form teams in the competition.
Their 2-1 triumph in Pakistan in September served as a vital confidence booster, showcasing their adaptability in subcontinental conditions. In their World Cup warm-ups, a rain-affected match and a composed four-wicket win rounded off preparations on a steady note — momentum that now reflects in their assured performances on the world stage.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 31
- South Africa Wins – 23
- Pakistan Wins – 6
- No Result – 1
- Tied – 1
South Africa holds a commanding record over Pakistan, winning 23 of their 31 meetings. Their most recent encounter came during the South Africa tour of Pakistan in September 2025, which the visitors clinched 2-1, underlining their dominance and composure in crucial moments.
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