PAK-W SA-W 3rd ODI Match Preview – With the series already secured, a dominant South Africa Women’s team will be aiming for a complete whitewash when they face Pakistan Women in the third and final One Day International at the Gaddafi Stadium on Monday, September 22nd. The visitors have displayed clinical performances in the first two matches, leaving the hosts to play for pride and vital ICC Women’s Championship points.
South Africa clinched the series with a convincing 25-run victory (DLS method) in a high-scoring, rain-affected second ODI on Friday. This followed their comprehensive 8-wicket win in the series opener. For Pakistan, this final match is an opportunity to salvage some pride, test their bench strength, and end a disappointing home series on a positive note.
PAK-W SA-W Match Details
PAK-W SA-W Head to Head
South Africa has historically held a significant advantage over Pakistan in the 50-over format. The statistics clearly favor the Proteas, who have consistently outperformed the Green Shirts in their bilateral encounters.
PAK-W SA-W Pitch Report: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
The pitch at the Gaddafi Stadium has been a batting paradise throughout this series. The surface is flat and hard, offering true bounce and carry, which has allowed batters from both sides to play their strokes freely. The first two ODIs have been high-scoring affairs, with batters dominating proceedings. Bowlers have had very little margin for error, with the new ball offering some initial assistance for the seamers before the pitch settles into a batting haven. Spinners might get some purchase as the match progresses, but it will largely remain a surface where a score of around 280-300 will be considered par. The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bat first to put a substantial total on the board.
PAK-W SA-W Weather Report
The weather in Lahore on Monday is expected to be hot and sunny, with no threat of rain. The temperature is forecast to be in the high 30s (Celsius) during the day, with clear skies throughout the match. The conditions will be challenging for the players, especially with the high humidity levels. A full, uninterrupted game of cricket is expected.
PAK-W SA-W Match Preview
South Africa Women: The visitors, led by the in-form Laura Wolvaardt, have been ruthless. Their batting has been their biggest strength, with Tazmin Brits in scintillating form, having scored centuries in both matches. The experience of Marizanne Kapp and the power of Chloe Tryon provide immense depth to their lineup. Their bowling, while tested on these batting-friendly pitches, has been effective when it matters. Nadine de Klerk and Ayabonga Khaka have been amongst the wickets, and they will be keen to complete a 3-0 series victory. South Africa might consider giving some of their bench players a chance in this dead rubber.
Pakistan Women: It has been a tough series for the hosts under the captaincy of Fatima Sana. While their batting has shown glimpses of brilliance, particularly from the consistent Sidra Amin who has been a lone warrior with the bat, they have failed to click as a cohesive unit. The middle order has been fragile, and the bowling attack has struggled to contain the free-scoring South African batters. Pakistan will need a significant all-round improvement to challenge the formidable visitors. They will be playing for pride and will be desperate to avoid a whitewash in front of their home crowd.
PAK-W SA-W Possible Playing11
South Africa Women (SA-W): Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba.
Pakistan Women (PAK-W): Muneeba Ali, Sidra Amin, Omaima Sohail, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Sidra Nawaz (wk), Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Rameen Shamim.
PAK-W SA-W Match Prediction
Given their current form, batting depth, and overall team balance, South Africa Women are the clear favorites to win the third ODI and complete a 3-0 series sweep. Their batters have been in sublime touch, and their bowlers have done enough to secure victories.
While Pakistan will be motivated to avoid a clean sweep, their inconsistencies with both bat and ball make it a daunting task against a top-tier side like South Africa. Sidra Amin will once again be the key for Pakistan’s batting, but she will need significant support from the rest of the lineup. Unless Pakistan’s bowlers can produce a dramatically improved performance, the South African batting juggernaut is likely to prove too strong once again.
Prediction: South Africa Women to win the match.
