SA vs BAN Women's T20 WC 2026: Match 29 at Lord's, time, squads
Synopsis
With South Africa and India deadlocked on six points in Group 1, Match 29 at Lord's on 28 June is effectively a knockout game. South Africa must beat Bangladesh and hope Australia topple India — a two-result dependency that makes this one of the most pressure-loaded fixtures of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
Key Takeaways
South Africa face Bangladesh in Match 29 of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord's Cricket Ground, London on 28 June .
Match starts at 3:00 PM IST ; live on Star Sports and streaming on JioHotstar .
South Africa and India are both on six points in Group 1, with one semifinal spot likely between them.
South Africa need a win plus a favourable net run rate and an Australia victory over India to advance.
Bangladesh remain in contention but require multiple results to go their way, including a big win and an Australia victory over India.
Laura Wolvaardt captains South Africa; Nigar Sultana leads Bangladesh.
South Africa take on Bangladesh in Match 29 of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord's Cricket Ground, London, on Sunday, 28 June, with a semifinal berth hanging in the balance. The Group 1 qualification race remains one of the tightest of the tournament, making this fixture a must-watch for cricket fans across the subcontinent and beyond.
Group 1 Qualification Picture
South Africa and India are both locked on six points, with only one of them expected to progress alongside Australia. For the Proteas women, the equation is straightforward in its first step but complex in its totality — they must beat Bangladesh, and beat them convincingly enough to boost their net run rate. South Africa will simultaneously be tracking the Australia vs India fixture later in the day, hoping Australia prevails to keep their own qualification route open.
India, in contrast, hold their fate in their own hands. A win over Australia would give them a strong claim to a semifinal berth, which also means South Africa cannot afford any slip-up at Lord's.
Bangladesh's Slim But Live Chances
Bangladesh remain mathematically in contention, though the odds are steep. The Tigers need a convincing win over South Africa, an Australia victory over India, and a significant swing in net run rate — all three conditions must align for them to advance. It is a narrow path, but one they will be fighting to keep open.
Match Details and How to Watch
The match begins at 3:00 PM IST on Sunday, 28 June at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London. The game will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels in India, with JioHotstar providing live streaming via its app and website.
Full Squads
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk.
Bangladesh: Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Nahida Akter (vc), Dilara Akter (wk), Juairiya Firdous (wk), Sobhana Mostary, Tej Nehar, Sharmin Akhter, Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Fariha Trisna, Marufa Akter, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Sultana Khatun.
With the Group 1 table set to be decided across two high-stakes matches on the same day, 28 June could prove the most consequential Sunday of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
Point of View
Making net run rate the silent protagonist of the day. Tournaments increasingly turn on these multi-match calculation days, and the ICC's scheduling of both decisive Group 1 fixtures on the same day guarantees maximum drama — but also maximum anxiety for team managements.
NationPress
27 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the SA vs BAN Women's T20 World Cup 2026 match?
South Africa face Bangladesh in Match 29 of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord's Cricket Ground, London, on Sunday, 28 June, starting at 3:00 PM IST.
Where can I watch SA vs BAN live in India?
The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels in India. JioHotstar will provide live streaming on its app and website.
What does South Africa need to qualify for the semifinals?
South Africa must beat Bangladesh — ideally by a large margin to improve their net run rate — and also need Australia to defeat India later in the day. Both results are required for the Proteas to advance to the semifinals.
Can Bangladesh still qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals?
Bangladesh remain mathematically alive but face long odds. They need a convincing win over South Africa, an Australia victory over India, and a significant net run rate swing — all three conditions must be met simultaneously.
Who are the captains for SA vs BAN in Match 29?
Laura Wolvaardt captains South Africa, while Nigar Sultana leads Bangladesh as captain and wicketkeeper in Match 29 at Lord's.
