SA vs PAK Women's T20 WC: Date, time, squads and where to watch
Synopsis
Two teams already on the brink — South Africa, three-time ICC finalist, and Pakistan, winners of just seven of their last 20 T20Is — meet at Edgbaston in a match either side cannot afford to lose. Spin bowling broke both batting line-ups in round one, and it is set to be the defining contest again on Wednesday night.
Key Takeaways
South Africa vs Pakistan Women's T20 World Cup Group A match is scheduled for Wednesday, 18 June at 11:00 PM IST at Edgbaston, Birmingham .
Live broadcast on Star Sports ; live streaming on JioHotstar .
Pakistan were bowled out for 106 against India, with Deepti Sharma taking 5 for 10 .
South Africa lost to Australia by 64 runs ; only three batters reached double figures.
Pakistan have won just 7 of their last 20 T20Is ; South Africa reached the finals of the last three ICC global events .
Another defeat for either side would effectively end their knockout-stage hopes.
South Africa and Pakistan clash in a must-win Women's T20 World Cup Group A fixture at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Wednesday, 18 June at 11:00 PM IST, with both sides desperate to salvage their campaigns after heavy opening-round defeats. Having been beaten by Australia and India respectively, neither team can afford another slip if they are to keep their knockout hopes alive.
How Both Teams Got Here
Pakistan were comprehensively outplayed by India, bowled out for just 106 in reply to 170. Muneeba Ali's 41 was the only innings of note as spin wreaked havoc — Deepti Sharma returned a stunning 5 for 10 to dismantle the middle order.
South Africa fared little better against Australia, falling short by 64 runs. Laura Wolvaardt top-scored with 44 and Nadine de Klerk added 25, but only Marizanne Kapp joined them in double figures as Australia's four-pronged spin attack claimed eight wickets between them.
The Spin Battleground
Both sides now face yet another examination against quality slow bowling. Pakistan are expected to lean on Sadia Iqbal and Nashra Sandhu, while South Africa will again look to Nonkululeko Mlaba to provide control. The team that handles spin better is likely to dictate the result.
This comes amid a concerning run of form for Pakistan, who have won just seven of their last 20 T20 Internationals, with four of those victories coming against Ireland and Zimbabwe. South Africa enter in sharper overall shape — they reached the finals of the last three ICC global events — making their opening loss to Australia all the more jarring.
Group A Picture
With India and Australia making emphatic starts, the Group A standings are already beginning to polarise. A second successive defeat for either Pakistan or South Africa would leave them requiring a near-perfect run of results and significant net-run-rate improvement to reach the knockout stage.
Match Details, Broadcast and Squads
When: Wednesday, 18 June, 11:00 PM IST
Where: Edgbaston, Birmingham, England
Live TV: Star Sports channels
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
South Africa squad: 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
Pakistan squad: Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab
With group-stage exits looming for the loser, Wednesday's contest at Edgbaston shapes up as the most consequential match of Group A so far — outside of the two opening-round winners.
Point of View
But the more telling story is structural: both Pakistan and South Africa have been exposed by spin at the highest level, and neither has a convincing answer. South Africa's run to three consecutive ICC finals masked fragilities in their middle-order batting that Australia ruthlessly exploited. For Pakistan, a side whose recent wins have come largely against Ireland and Zimbabwe, this is a genuine credibility test. The team that solves spin first will not just win this game — they will signal whether they belong in the knockout conversation at all.
NationPress
1 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the SA vs PAK Women's T20 World Cup match?
The South Africa vs Pakistan Women's T20 World Cup Group A match is scheduled for Wednesday, 18 June at 11:00 PM IST at Edgbaston, Birmingham, England.
Where can I watch SA vs PAK Women's T20 World Cup live in India?
The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels in India. Live streaming is available on JioHotstar.
Why is the SA vs PAK match a must-win game?
Both South Africa and Pakistan lost their opening Group A fixtures — South Africa by 64 runs to Australia and Pakistan to India after being bowled out for 106. A second defeat would leave either team needing an almost perfect run of results to qualify for the knockout stage.
Who are the key players to watch in SA vs PAK?
For South Africa, captain Laura Wolvaardt and spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba are central to the team's plans. For Pakistan, Muneeba Ali — the lone bright spot with 41 against India — and spinners Sadia Iqbal and Nashra Sandhu will be crucial.
What are the full squads for South Africa and Pakistan?
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. Pakistan: Fatima Sana (c), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Eyman Fatima, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Parvaiz, Saira Jabeen, Muneeba Ali, Tuba Hassan, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab.
