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South Africa Women vs India Women, 18th Match, Group A, ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 

South Africa Women vs India Women, 18th Match, Group A, ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 

The 18th Match of Group A in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 between South Africa Women vs India Women is scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026. 

Match Schedule

  • Match: South Africa Women vs India Women
  • Tournament: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
  • Format: T20I (Match 18 of 33)
  • Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 PM IST

Match Details

  • Venue: Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester
  • Time: 2:30 PM Local Time / 1:30 PM GMT (7:00 PM IST)
  • Live Broadcast (India): Star Sports Network channels
  • Live Streaming (India): JioHotstar app and website

Team Squads with their playing role 

The 15-player tournament squads along with each player’s exact playing role for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 match are detailed below. 

In terms of squad updates, Prema Rawat has officially joined the Indian squad as an injury replacement for Shreyanka Patil.

India Women Squad

The Indian contingent offers a highly balanced lineup consisting of aggressive top-order batters, primary spin options, and versatile all-rounders. 

India Women Squad – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

India Women squad led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur

India Women Squad

#PlayerRole
1Harmanpreet Kaur (C)Batting All-rounder
2Smriti Mandhana (VC)Opening Batter
3Shafali VermaOpening Batter
4Jemimah RodriguesMiddle-order Batter
5Bharti FulmaliMiddle-order Batter
6Richa Ghosh (WK)Wicketkeeper Batter
7Yastika Bhatia (WK)Wicketkeeper Batter
8Deepti SharmaAll-rounder
9Prema RawatAll-rounder
10Radha YadavBowler (Left-arm spin)
11Arundhati ReddyBowler (Medium-fast)
12Renuka SinghBowler (Fast-medium)
13Kranti GaudBowler
14Shree CharaniBowler
15Nandani SharmaBowler

South Africa Women Squad

The Proteas group leans heavily on a legendary core of world-class fast-bowling all-rounders and explosive top-order striking. 

South Africa Women Squad – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

South Africa Women squad led by captain Laura Wolvaardt

South Africa Women Squad

#PlayerRole
1Laura Wolvaardt (C)Opening Batter
2Tazmin BritsOpening Batter
3Anneke BoschBatter
4Marizanne KappAll-rounder
5Chloe TryonAll-rounder
6Nadine de KlerkAll-rounder
7Annerie DercksenAll-rounder
8Dane van NiekerkAll-rounder
9Sune LuusAll-rounder
10Kayla ReynekeBatting All-rounder
11Sinalo Jafta (WK)Wicketkeeper
12Karabo Meso (WK)Wicketkeeper Batter
13Ayabonga KhakaBowler (Medium-fast)
14Nonkululeko MlabaBowler (Left-arm spin)
15Tumi SekhukhuneBowler (Medium-fast)

Match Winner Prediction 

India Women vs South Africa Women Winning Percentage

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India Women
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Match: India Women vs South Africa Women
Tournament: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Format: T20I
India Women Winning Chances: 62.4%
South Africa Women Winning Chances: 37.6%

Prediction Analysis:
India Women enter the contest as favourites according to data-driven prediction models. Analytical win probabilities give India Women a 62.4% chance of victory, compared to 37.6% for South Africa Women. Bookmakers and cricket analysts also reflect a similar outlook, with India Women priced at odds of 1.55 and South Africa Women at 2.50.

Although South Africa Women possess a balanced squad and experienced all-rounders, India’s strong batting lineup and quality spin attack provide them with the edge. The Proteas Women are capable of causing an upset, but India Women remain the more likely winners heading into the encounter.

Head-to-Head Comparison

India Women vs South Africa Women Head-to-Head Comparison

India Women
VS
South Africa Women
2 wins / 0 losses
Tournament Form
1 win / 1 loss
+3.975
Net Run Rate (NRR)
Lower (3rd in Group)
11 wins (52.38%)
All-Time T20I Wins
10 wins (47.62%)
Lost 1-4
Recent Series (April 2026)
Won 4-1
62.4% (Favored)
Current Match Probability
37.6%

Overall ODI Head-to-Head Record 

Furthermore, India Women lead the overall head-to-head record against South Africa Women in Women’s One Day Internationals (WODIs), securing 21 wins compared to South Africa’s 14 wins.

The two teams have faced off a total of 36 times in the 50-over format, establishing one of the most competitive rivalries in women’s cricket.

India Women vs South Africa Women T20I Head-to-Head Records

India Women
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South Africa Women
36
Total Matches
36
21
Matches Won
14
1
No Result / Tied
1
Head-to-Head Summary: India Women hold the advantage over South Africa Women in Women’s T20 Internationals. The two teams have faced each other 36 times, with India Women winning 21 matches compared to 14 victories for South Africa Women. One match ended without a result or in a tie. Overall, India Women have enjoyed a slight upper hand in this rivalry, although South Africa Women have consistently remained strong competitors, making this one of the most closely contested matchups in women’s cricket.

Weather Summary 

The weather in Manchester for the South Africa Women vs India Women match on Sunday, June 21, 2026, is expected to be fine, dry, and warm with lots of sunshine, making rain highly unlikely to affect play.

At match time (2:30 PM local time), temperatures will hover around a comfortable 25°C to 26°C with mostly cloudy to partly sunny skies and very gentle easterly winds.

Match Weather Forecast

Temperature
24-26°C
Sky Condition
Mostly Cloudy to Partly Sunny
Rain Chance
5-10%
Match Outlook
Excellent
Game Impact: Conditions in Manchester are expected to be ideal for cricket. Fine, dry, and warm weather with plenty of sunshine means rain is highly unlikely to interrupt play, ensuring favorable conditions throughout the match.

1:00 PM: Partly sunny, 24°C, 5% chance of rain.
2:00 PM (Match Start): Mostly cloudy, 25°C, 10% chance of rain.
3:00 PM: Mostly cloudy, 26°C, 10% chance of rain.
4:00 PM: Mostly cloudy, 26°C, 10% chance of rain.
5:00 PM (Match End): Partly sunny, 26°C, 5% chance of rain.

Match Conditions: The scheduled 2:30 PM local start should take place under comfortable temperatures of around 25°C, accompanied by mostly cloudy to partly sunny skies and light easterly winds.

Match Outlook: With rain probabilities remaining between just 5% and 10%, a complete match is strongly expected. Warm temperatures and improving sunshine later in the afternoon should provide excellent conditions for both batting and fielding.
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Disclaimer: The author provides this prediction based on analysis, research, and personal opinion. This content is for informational purposes only. Use it as a guide and make your own decisions before betting or drawing conclusions.