South Africa W

Country: South Africa W
Code: SA-W
History
Fixtures
Players
Venues

The South Africa Women's cricket team, colloquially known as the Proteas, has been an integral part of the international cricket landscape since it was established in 1960. Emerging from a country with a deep-rooted passion for sport, the team has steadily grown to carve out its own identity on the world stage.

The Proteas have achieved remarkable success over the years, evolving from their early days into a force to reckon with in women's cricket. One of their notable achievements came in 2017 when they reached the semi-finals of the ICC Women's World Cup, showcasing a blend of grit and tenacity. Although victory eluded them, the run was a significant milestone that boosted their standing and confidence on the international scene.

Key players have been instrumental in shaping the team's fortunes. Players like Mignon du Preez, with her reliable middle-order batting, and Marizanne Kapp, renowned for her all-round capabilities, have been the backbone of the team. Fast bowler Shabnim Ismail, with her fiery spells, has frequently tipped the scales in the Proteas' favour, while young guns like Laura Wolvaardt continue to offer a glimpse of a promising future with their standout performances.

South Africa W has participated in various thrilling encounters, with contests against England and Australia often bringing out their fiercely competitive spirit. These matches have developed into riveting rivalries, packed with intensity and hard-fought battles.

The team is characterised by a notable playing style, underpinned by aggressive pace bowling and agile fielding, which plays well to the strengths of their core group. They are known for their resilience and ability to claw back into games, often defying odds to challenge more established teams.

South Africa itself is a melting pot of cultures, and this diversity is reflected in the team’s spirit and camaraderie. There is an underlying sense of unity and pride that runs through the squad, spawning a vibrant team culture that resonates with their growing fan base.

The Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town serves as one of their iconic home venues, where the picturesque setting often contrasts with the high-octane action on the pitch. Fans, both loyal and passionate, are the heartbeat of their matches, creating an electric atmosphere that spurs the team on and provides a canvas for cricket that reflects the societal tapestry of South Africa.

In essence, the South Africa Women's cricket team is much more than just numbers on a scoreboard; they're an inspiring symbol of growth and perseverance, continually striving to inscribe their mark on the annals of cricket history.

Triangular Series (Sri Lanka), 6th Match, One Day International Women - May 9, 2025
Sri Lanka W
239/10 (42.5)
South Africa W
315/9 (50)
South Africa W won by 76 runs
Triangular Series (Sri Lanka), 5th Match, One Day International Women - May 7, 2025
South Africa W
314/7 (50)
India W
337/9 (50)
India W won by 23 runs
Player of the Match
Jemimah Rodrigues
Triangular Series (Sri Lanka), 3rd Match, One Day International Women - May 2, 2025
Sri Lanka W
237/5 (46.3)
South Africa W
235/9 (50)
Sri Lanka W won by 5 wickets (with 21 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Harshitha Samarawickrama
Triangular Series (Sri Lanka), 2nd Match, One Day International Women - April 29, 2025
India W
276/6 (50)
South Africa W
261/10 (49.2)
India W won by 15 runs
Player of the Match
Sneh Rana
England Women tour of South Africa, 3rd ODI, One Day International Women - December 11, 2024
South Africa W
233/8 (50)
England W
153/4 (19)
England W won by 6 wickets (with 24 balls remaining) (DLS method)
Player of the Match
Tammy Beaumont
England Women tour of South Africa, 2nd ODI, One Day International Women - December 8, 2024
South Africa W
135/10 (31.3)
England W
137/4 (24)
England W won by 6 wickets (with 156 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Charlie Dean
England Women tour of South Africa, 1st ODI, One Day International Women - December 4, 2024
South Africa W
189/4 (38.2)
England W
186/10 (38.4)
South Africa W won by 6 wickets (with 70 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Marizanne Kapp
England Women tour of South Africa, 3rd T20I, Twenty20 International Women - November 30, 2024
South Africa W
124/10 (20)
England W
128/1 (11.3)
England W won by 9 wickets (with 51 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Charlie Dean
England Women tour of South Africa, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International Women - November 27, 2024
South Africa W
168/6 (20)
England W
204/4 (20)
England W won by 36 runs
Player of the Match
Sarah Glenn
England Women tour of South Africa, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International Women - November 24, 2024
South Africa W
142/5 (20)
England W
143/6 (19.2)
England W won by 4 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Lizelle Lee
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 33
Laura Wolvaardt
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 26
Dane van Niekerk
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 31
Marizanne Kapp
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35
Sune Luus
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 29
Chloe Tryon
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 31
Mignon du Preez
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 35
Shabnim Ismail
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36
Masabata Klaas
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34
Tumi Sekhukhune
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26
Moseline Daniels
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35
Faye Tunnicliffe
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 26
Yolani Fourie
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 35
Zintle Mali
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31
Trisha Chetty
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 36
Ayabonga Khaka
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32
Nonkululeko Mlaba
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 24
Nadine de Klerk
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25
Tazmin Brits
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 34
Anne Bosch
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31
Sinalo Jafta
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 30
Delmi Tucker
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 25
Annerie Dercksen
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25
Lara Goodall
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 29
Karabo Meso
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 17
Nondumiso Shangase
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 25
Miane Smit
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 21
Seshnie Naidu
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 19

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