South Africa Women and Pakistan Women are ready to face each other in the 3rd ODI of the Pakistan Women tour of South Africa 2026 at Durban. This match is scheduled to begin as the final game of the series, with South Africa already having sealed the series 2-0. Stay tuned with our SA-W vs PAK-W 3rd ODI prediction, team preview, pitch report, player stats and winner prediction ahead of this exciting contest.
South Africa Women have delivered a dominant performance in the series so far. They won the 2nd ODI by 16 runs after posting a massive total of 361/8 in 50 overs. Annerie Dercksen starred with a brilliant all-round performance, scoring 90 runs and picking up three wickets, helping South Africa secure the series victory.
On the other hand, this match will be about pride for Pakistan Women. Despite a strong effort in the previous match, including a 75-run knock from Ayesha Zafar, they fell short while chasing 362. Pakistan will now look to avoid a clean sweep and finish the tour on a positive note.
Head-to-Head Record: Till now, a total of 18 ODI matches have been played between these two sides from 1997 to 2025. South Africa Women have dominated the rivalry with 15 wins, while Pakistan Women have managed just one victory. One match ended in a tie and one produced no result.
SA-W vs PAK-W Over/Under Prediction
| Player | Tip | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Sune Luus | Over 25.5 Runs | 1.85 |
Sune Luus scored 57 off 67 balls in the last match and played a crucial role in building South Africa’s big total. She looked in complete control during her innings.
| Player | Tip | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Ayesha Zafar | Over 17.5 Runs | 1.85 |
Ayesha Zafar smashed 75 off 68 balls in the previous game and was Pakistan’s best batter in the chase. She looked confident and played her shots freely.
South Africa Women Preview
South Africa Women delivered a strong performance in the 2nd ODI at Centurion. Batting first, they posted a massive total of 361/8 in 50 overs, putting Pakistan under immense pressure right from the start. The star of the match was Annerie Dercksen, who was named Player of the Match for her outstanding all-round display. She scored 90 runs off 68 balls, picked up 3 wickets for 59 runs, and also took two catches, making a complete impact performance.
South Africa’s batting unit looked dominant and composed throughout the innings. The team showed depth, power-hitting ability, and excellent finishing skills. With the series already in the bag, they will now look to experiment slightly while still aiming to dominate proceedings.
Their bowling unit also stepped up when needed. Despite Pakistan putting up a strong fight, South Africa managed to defend the total and secure a 16-run victory, underlining their ability to handle pressure in high-scoring matches. Given their current form and confidence, South Africa Women will enter the final ODI as clear favorites.
Pakistan Women Preview
Pakistan Women showed great fighting spirit in the 2nd ODI at Centurion but fell just short in a high-scoring thriller. Chasing a massive target of 362 runs, they managed to score 345 runs in 49.5 overs, eventually losing the match by 16 runs.
The standout performer with the bat was Ayesha Zafar, who played a brilliant knock of 75 runs off 68 balls. She kept Pakistan in the contest during the chase and showed excellent intent at the top of the order. However, the required run rate and regular wickets at crucial moments made the chase difficult in the final stages.
Pakistan’s bowling unit struggled to contain South Africa’s aggressive batting lineup, conceding 361 runs in 50 overs. They will need a much-improved bowling performance in Durban if they want to avoid a series whitewash. Despite the defeat, Pakistan have shown they can compete strongly, and they will be aiming to finish the series on a positive note.
SA-W vs PAK-W Probable Playing XI
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Faye Tunnicliffe, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Nondumiso Shangase, Ayanda Hlubi, Nonkululeko Mlaba.
Pakistan Women: Muneeba Ali (WK), Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Amin, Ayesha Zafar, Natalia Pervaiz, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana (C), Syeda Aroob Shah, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal.
SA-W vs PAK-W Pitch Report
The pitch in Durban for ODIs generally offers a balanced but slightly competitive surface rather than a flat high-scoring track. This venue tends to produce moderate totals rather than massive 300+ scores.
Batters who spend time in the middle can score freely, but the surface usually provides assistance to bowlers, especially seamers early on with bounce and movement. Spinners can also come into play during the middle overs as the pitch slows down slightly.
| Stats | Details |
| Total Matches | 5 |
| Matches won batting first | 3 |
| Matches won bowling first | 2 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 199 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 190 |
SA-W vs PAK-W Winner Prediction
South Africa Women have been dominant throughout the series. They have outperformed Pakistan in both batting and bowling departments and showcased excellent depth in their squad.
With the series already secured, South Africa will be confident and relaxed, which makes them even more dangerous. Pakistan have shown glimpses of fight, but they have struggled to consistently match South Africa’s intensity.
Considering the current form, head-to-head dominance, and all-round balance in the squad, South Africa Women are expected to continue their dominance and complete a series clean sweep in Durban.
SA-W vs PAK-W Winner Prediction: South Africa Women to Win and clinch the series 3-0
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