ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Bangladesh to face South Africa today; pitch report, play squad and more

Bangladesh Women cricket team take on South Africa Women team in a crucial ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 match at Visakhapatnam. With both sides looking to secure vital points, who will dominate in this high-stakes clash?

Visakhapatnam: In the 14th match of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, Bangladesh Women will take on South Africa Women at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The match is scheduled for October 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM IST. Both teams are eager to secure vital points to strengthen their positions in the tournament standings.

Venue and Weather Conditions

The ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam is known for its balanced pitch, offering assistance to both batsmen and bowlers. The weather is expected to be cloudy with temperatures ranging between 23°C and 29°C, providing ideal conditions for a competitive match. The pitch is anticipated to be batter-friendly, with shorter square boundaries and variable bounce, making it crucial for players to adapt quickly.

Team Form and Key Players

South Africa Women:

After a challenging start to the tournament, South Africa has bounced back impressively. They secured a thrilling victory over India, chasing down 252 runs, with Nadine de Klerk's outstanding 84 runs off 54 balls being a highlight. The team will look to continue their momentum, with key players like Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp, and Nonkululeko Mlaba contributing significantly.

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Bangladesh Women:

Bangladesh began their campaign with a win against Pakistan but faced setbacks in subsequent matches. Their most recent loss against New Zealand highlighted areas needing improvement. For Bangladesh to challenge South Africa, players like Nigar Sultana, Sharmin Akhter, and Nahida Akter will need to step up and deliver strong performances.

Head-To-Head Record

Considering the current form and head-to-head statistics, South Africa Women and Bangladesh played 21 ODI's matches, where South Africa has won 18 times, while Bangladesh has won only 3 times. These statistics indicate that South Africa has the better record historically. However, cricket is unpredictable, and Bangladesh has the potential to cause an upset if they perform to their capabilities.

Probable Playing XIs

South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Bangladesh Women: Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (C & WK), Sobhana Mostary, Sumaiya Akter, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi

Where to Watch?

Fans can catch the live action of the South Africa Women vs Bangladesh Women match on the Star Sports Network. For online streaming, the match will be available on Jio Hotstar and the FanCode app.