Table of Contents
Pakistan‘s women’s cricket team is set to kick off their final preparations for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 with a three-match home series against South Africa, starting on Monday, September 16. The series will take place at the Multan Cricket Stadium, with all three games scheduled on September 16, 18 and 20. Both teams are aiming to start strong in this crucial series ahead of the global tournament.
Fatima Sana set to lead Pakistan
In a significant development, Pakistan has appointed young fast bowler Fatima Sana as their new T20I captain, replacing the experienced Nida Dar. Sana, who has previously led the national team in two ODIs, will look to build on Pakistan’s four-match winning streak against the Proteas and gain a confidence boost before facing group-stage challenges against heavyweights like India and Australia at the World Cup. The Pakistan squad features experienced players like Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu and Omaima Sohail.
Youth and experience blend in South Africa’s squad
The Proteas have bolstered their squad by handing an international debut to 18-year-old leg-spinner Seshnie Naidu, who earned her call-up after consistent performances at the U19 level. Alongside her, the squad will rely on experienced players such as Laura Wolvaardt, Chloe Tryon and all-rounder Marizanne Kapp, who will be pivotal to South Africa’s chances in both the series and the upcoming World Cup.
Also READ: PAK-W vs SA-W: Pakistan’s best playing XI for the T20I series against South Africa
PAK-W vs SA-W: Full schedule and Match Timings:
Date | Match Details | Time (GMT) | Local Time | IST | Venue |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 16, Mon | Pakistan Women vs South Africa Women, 1st T20I | 02:00 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LOCAL | 07:30 PM IST | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan |
Sep 18, Wed | Pakistan Women vs South Africa Women, 2nd T20I | 02:00 PM GMT | 07:00 PM LOCAL | 07:30 PM IST | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan |
Sep 20, Fri | Pakistan Women vs South Africa Women, 3rd T20I | 05:00 AM GMT | 10:00 AM LOCAL | 10:30 AM IST | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan |
Squads:
Pakistan Women: Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Muneeba Ali (wk), Nashra Sandhu, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal (subject to fitness), Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan.
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder (wk), Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon.
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
- Pakistan: A Sports HD, Pakistan Cricket Youtube Channel
- India: Fancode
- Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport
- Rest of the World: Pakistan Cricket Youtube Channel