SA-W vs PAK-W: Dream11 Prediction for 2026 First T20I Match
The first T20I match between South Africa Women and Pakistan Women is set for February 10, 2026. This match is part of the Pakistan Women Tour of South Africa 2026. It will take place at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom, beginning at 9:30 PM IST. Both teams are using this series as preparation for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Match Details
- Series: Pakistan Women Tour of South Africa 2026
- Match: South Africa Women vs. Pakistan Women, 1st T20I
- Date: February 10, 2026
- Time: 9:30 PM IST
- Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
Team Previews
South Africa Women
South Africa Women have consistently performed well in recent competitions. They were the runners-up in the last T20 World Cup and are aiming to fine-tune their skills ahead of the next event. Having participated in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, many players enter the series match-fit.
- Key Players: Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk
- Strengths:
- Strong pace attack suited for home conditions
- Experienced all-rounders
- Recent match exposure
Pakistan Women
Pakistan Women are returning to T20Is after a long gap, having last played in August 2025. This lack of recent experience may pose challenges in their performance. Their bowling attack shows promise, though their batting has been notably inconsistent.
- Key Players: Muneeba Ali, Fatima Sana, Nashra Sandhu
- Strengths:
- Competitive pace attack
- Balanced bowling unit
- Concerns:
- Inadequate match practice
- Inconsistent batting performance
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| South Africa Women | 13 |
| Pakistan Women | 11 |
Recent Form
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| South Africa Women | L, L, W, W, NR |
| Pakistan Women | L, L, L, L, W |
Weather & Pitch Report
The weather for the match is expected to be warm, with temperatures ranging from 27°C to 29°C and humidity between 35-40%. There is no prediction of rain. The pitch at Senwes Park is known to favor pace bowlers, providing good bounce and movement, particularly beneficial in the second innings for batting. Historically, teams batting second have a favorable winning rate of 72%.
Predicted Playing XI
South Africa Women
- Laura Wolvaardt (c)
- A Dercksen
- Sune Luus
- Dane van Niekerk
- Marizanne Kapp
- Nadine de Klerk
- Chloe Tryon
- Sinalo Jafta (wk)
- Nonkululeko Mlaba
- Masabata Klaas
- Ayabonga Khaka
Pakistan Women
- Muneeba Ali
- Sidra Amin
- Natalia Pervaiz
- Aliya Riaz
- Eyman Fatima
- Fatima Sana (c)
- Rameen Shamim
- Tuba Hassan
- Nashra Sandhu
- Humna Bilal
- Sadia Iqbal
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
For the small league, consider selecting Laura Wolvaardt or Sune Luus as captain. Muneeba Ali and A Dercksen are also strong picks. For a grand league, you might take a risk with Marizanne Kapp or Fatima Sana as captain.
SA-W vs PAK-W Dream11 Prediction
Given their recent form and familiarity with local conditions, South Africa Women are favored to win the first T20I. Pakistan Women, despite their potential, may struggle to adapt after a long hiatus from the T20 format.
Injury Updates
- South Africa Women: No injury updates reported.
- Pakistan Women: No injury updates reported.
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