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Will the weather gods allow Harmanpreet Kaur’s unbeaten India to extend their winning streak, or will Laura Wolvaardt’s Proteas seize their moment if play begins? All eyes are on Vizag, where patience and puddles are testing everyone’s nerves.
Toss got delayed due to rain
Visakhapatnam: The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women’s cricket team are taking on Laura Wolvaardt’s South Africa today. South Africa win the toss and chooses to bowl first. This is the 10th match of the ongoing ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 and is taking place at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam.
Heavy morning showers and overcast conditions kept the ground staff busy throughout the day. The toss was scheduled for 2:30 pm but got relayed due to rain. Covers remained firmly on the pitch as intermittent drizzle continued to dampen the outfield. The macth toss got delayed as wet patches were visible near the boundary ropes.
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Team India, led by skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, has started the World Cup campaign on a strong note, defeating Sri Lanka and Pakistan in their first two matches. The 88-run victory against Pakistan showcased India’s bowling strength, with Renuka Singh and Deepti Sharma starring with the ball.
However, the top-order batting remains an area of concern, with Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana struggling for big scores. The team will look to maintain its unbeaten streak and secure an early qualification advantage for the semi-finals.
On the other hand, South Africa, led by Laura Wolvaardt, have had a mixed start to the tournament. After suffering a heavy 10-wicket defeat to England, they bounced back impressively with a six-wicket win over New Zealand, powered by a blazing century from Tazmin Brits.
The Proteas’ bowling attack, featuring the experienced Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka, remains one of their biggest strengths. A win today would boost their chances of staying in contention for the knockout stages.
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India: Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Richa Ghosh (WK), Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Renuka Singh Thakur, Amanjot Kaur, Uma Chetry (WK), Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase, Karabo Meso, Annerie Dercksen
