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The partnership between Sharmin Akhter (48 off 71, 6 fours) and captain Nigar Sultana (32 off 41, 5 fours) was keeping Bangladesh alive and hopeful of crossing 200. But against the run of play, Nigar departs as Mlaba strikes with Laura Wolvaardt taking a sharp catch at covers. The 77-run stand is finally broken, giving South Africa a timely breakthrough.
Bangladesh are trying their best to push the scoring rate here in Visakhapatnam, but South Africa have kept things tight with disciplined bowling. The Proteas will now aim to strike more often in the next phase and restrict Bangladesh below 200 to set up a comfortable chase later in the day.
It is hard to believe that this is the same ground 300+ were made and chased yesterday as Australia beat India by 3 wickets.
Nonetheless, The scoring has gone up eversince captain Sultana has walked in the middle and there is a boundary coming every over.
No panic for the Proteas who would want to get more wickets and bowl Bangladesh out for a low score.
Tumi Sekhukhune and Nonkululeko Mlaba have both bowled brilliantly for South Africa as Mlaba gets them their second break in the form of Farzana Houqe who got out for 30.
Originally appealed for caught behind and then reviewed, ultra-edge showed no activity but to everyone’s suprise Farzana was out lbw with three reds on ball tracking?
What will be Bangladesh’s plans with skipper Nigar Sultana walking in at 4?
Chloe Tryon helped the Proteas get their first break and since that Bangladesh have gone in a shell again.
It’s hard to comprehend what are Bangladesh’s plans as they are crawling at the moment.
South Africa have been splendid with their bowling.
The match is still hanging in the balance as it is hard to identify if it is a bright start for Bangladesh who haven’t lost any wickets so far or South Africa who have kept the scoring rates under control.
Bangladesh for most of the powerplay showed no intent to score boundaries and would need to get their burners lit.
On the other hand, South Africa have bowled with a lot of control preventing any flourish by the opposition openers.
The run-rate hovers below 3 and we might have a wicket coming soon as pressure to score runs will rise after each passing over.
Bangladesh have picked up their scoring, thanks to Farzana who got 2 fours off Klaas in the last over but still, very precise by the Proteas women to contain scoring so far.
Bangladesh have started steadily here as the Proteas are exploiting the early swing and moisture at offer.
South Africa and Bangladesh have met 21 times in women’s ODIs, with South Africa dominating the rivalry at 18 wins to Bangladesh’s 3.
Check South Africa Vs Bangladesh match prediction, head-to-head record and key stats here.
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeko Mlaba.
Bangladesh: Rubya Haider, Fargana Hoque, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (wk/captain), Sobhana Mostary, Fahima Khatun, Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni, Marufa Akter.
Bangladesh have won the toss and have chosen to bat first.
The pitch at the ACA-VDCA Stadium traditionally offers a batter-friendly surface, as seen during yesterday’s India vs Australia encounter, where India posted 330 runs and batting looked straightforward for both teams despite a slightly slow outfield. With several spells of rain over the past day and a half, and the pitch under covers, expect early moisture and dampness. This could mean a touch of seam movement and initial sluggishness, making strokeplay trickier until the pitch dries out. Still, if the rain stays away, scoring becomes easier as the day progresses, though dew later on will aid batters and make gripping the ball a significant challenge for bowlers.
Read full pitch report for the SA-W Vs BAN-W match here.
Rain has dominated the build-up to this match. As soon as the India vs Australia game finished yesterday, heavy showers hit the ground, bringing the covers on. Precipitation chances remain high at around 50%, with rain predicted until at least 2 PM. The game is due to start at 3 PM IST, but even as skies are forecast to clear by match time, intermittent showers could still disrupt play. Temperatures are expected to hover around 28°C, making for warm and humid conditions. Significant dew is anticipated in the evening, potentially impacting the bowlers and making life trickier for fielding sides during the second innings.
Check the full weather report for SA-W Vs BAN-W match here.
The high-octane ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 clash between South Africa Vs Bangladesh will be live-streamed on JioHotstar. Simultaneously, the SA-W vs BAN-W match will be telecast on the Star Sports Network.
Bangladesh Women: Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana(w/c), Sobhana Mostary, Sumaiya Akter, Fahima Khatun, Shorna Akter, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Nishita Akter Nishi, Marufa Akter, Ritu Moni, Shanjida Akter Meghla, Fariha Trisna, Fargana Hoque
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt(c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta(w), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas, Nondumiso Shangase, Karabo Meso, Annerie Dercksen
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Match 14 of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 between South Africa Women and Bangladesh Women.
Stay tuned for all live updates from the SA-W vs BAN-W match here.
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