The South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women T20I series kicks off today, February 10, 2026, at the JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom. This three-match series serves as a vital preparation ground for both teams ahead of the ICC Women’s World Cup in June.
South Africa’s home dominance meets Pakistan’s fearless transition
South Africa enters the series as favorites, especially playing in home conditions. They recently secured a 2-0 series win against Ireland and boast a powerhouse top order. However, Pakistan has proven to be a “banana skin” opponent in the past; they famously swept the Proteas 3-0 in Karachi in 2023.
The narrative of this series centers on South Africa’s consistency versus Pakistan’s “fearless” transition. South Africa have recalled veteran stars like Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon, while Pakistan are experimenting with fresh pace talent like Humna Bilal and Tasmia Rubab.
Key players to watch
- Laura Wolvaardt (SA): The world-class opener is in peak form, recently smashing centuries against Ireland. She is the anchor around which the Proteas build their innings.
- Fatima Sana (PAK): The young captain is Pakistan’s most impactful all-rounder. Her ability to take wickets in the powerplay and score quick runs late in the order is crucial.
- Marizanne Kapp (SA): Arguably the best all-rounder in the world, her aggressive seam bowling and clinical middle-order batting make her a match-winner in any condition.
- Sadia Iqbal (PAK): The left-arm spinner has a fantastic record against South Africa (10 wickets in 6 matches) and will be Pakistan’s primary weapon to stifle the scoring rate.
SA-W vs PAK-W T20I series, complete schedule
| Date | Match details | Timings (IST / GMT / Local) |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Feb 10 2026 | 1st T20I – South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women Potchefstroom, Senwes Park | 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT / 6:00 PM Local |
| Fri, Feb 13 2026 | 2nd T20I – South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women Benoni, Willowmoore Park | 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT / 6:00 PM Local |
| Mon, Feb 16 2026 | 3rd T20I – South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women Kimberley, Diamond Oval | 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT / 6:00 PM Local |
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SA-W vs PAK-W, T20I series Squads
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Kayla Reyneke, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dercksen, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Dane van Niekerk, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayanda Hlubi, Karabo Meso
Pakistan Women: Sidra Amin, Ayesha Zafar, Muneeba Ali (wk), Aliya Riaz, Eyman Fatima, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Nashra Sandhu, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Tuba Hassan, Gull Feroza, Tasmia Rubab, Humna Bilal, Saira Jabeen
Broadcast & Live Streaming Details:
- South Africa: SuperSport Grandstand and SABC 3
- Pakistan: A Sports
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