With the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on the horizon, South Africa Women have chosen to bat first after winning the toss in the third and final One Day International (ODI) against Pakistan Women. This match marks the conclusion of the ODI series, which South Africa has already claimed by securing victories in the first two games.
Dominant South Africa Eyes Clean Sweep
Having comfortably won the first two encounters, South Africa will be looking to wrap up the series with a 3-0 whitewash. Their strong all-round performances have kept them ahead throughout the tour, while Pakistan will aim to salvage pride with a morale-boosting win before the World Cup campaign begins.
Playing XIs for the 3rd ODI
Pakistan Women (Playing XI):
Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Eyman Fatima, Sidra Amin, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (captain), Sidra Nawaz (wicketkeeper), Syeda Aroob Shah, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Rameen Shamim
South Africa Women (Playing XI):
Karabo Meso, Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Sune Luus, Miane Smit, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (wicketkeeper), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba
Full Squad Overview
Pakistan Women’s Full Squad:
Fatima Sana (captain), Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (vice-captain), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Eyman Fatima, Nashra Sandhu, Natalia Pervaiz, Omaima Sohail, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz, Syeda Aroob Shah
South Africa Women’s Full Squad:
Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Ayabonga Khaka, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Anneke Bosch, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase
Pakistan Seeks Redemption on Home Soil
Despite strong batting displays in both prior matches, Pakistan’s bowling unit has struggled to contain the South African batters on the batting-friendly surfaces of Lahore. In the first ODI, South Africa successfully chased down a target of 256. In the second, even a solid total of 287 by Pakistan wasn’t enough, as the visitors secured victory by 25 runs via the DLS method.
A Crucial Dress Rehearsal Ahead of the World Cup
This final ODI holds significance beyond just the series. With the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup set to commence in India and Sri Lanka later this month, both sides will use this clash as a critical preparation opportunity. Pakistan will be aiming to build momentum, while South Africa looks to sustain their winning rhythm heading into the global tournament.
