Between the first T20I South African Women and Pakistani Women taking place today, February 10, 2026 at Senwes Park. The match marks the start of South Africa’s ‘Summer of Bold Cricket’ as they build momentum for the T20 World Cup in June.
South Africa start favorites as Pakistan seek redemption away from home
South Africa enter this opening match with considerable confidence after a dominant 2-0 series win over Ireland. The Protea has been sharpened in recent stints Women’s Premier League (WPL)with Laura Volwardt and Nadine de Klerk returns in sensational form. The hosts’ strategy is likely to revolve around explosive top-order firepower and a highly disciplined pace attack.
led by Pakistan Fatima Sanathey will try to prove that they can compete away from home. Although they have struggled for consistency since the 2024 World Cup, they have a dangerous spin department that has historically troubled South African batsmen. For Pakistan to pull off an upset, they will need their senior players Muniba Ali and Aliya Riaz closing shots against enemy tempo Marizanne Kapp.
SA-W vs PAK-W, 1st T20I: Match details
- Date and Time: February 10; 21:30 IST / 16:00 GMT / 18:00 NZDT
- Location: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
Head-to-head Record (T20I):
Matches played: 24 | South Africa Women won: 13 | Pakistan Women won: 11
Senwes Park Pitch Report
The surface at Senwes Park is traditionally balanced but is known to favor bowlers in the early stages of a T20 match. The pitch offers good carry and predictable bounce which will please the South African fast bowlers. Expect the ball to “zip” under the floodlights during the first few passes. Recent data suggests that the track is slowing down as the match progresses. Spinners in this space recently averaged 22.66 per layoff, compared to 24.27 in quick jobs. The average first shot score at this venue ranges from 130-135. All above 150 are highly competitive and hard to chase.
Teams:
South African Women: Laura Wolvadt (c), Tazmin Brts, Nadine de Klerk, Sinolo Jafta (wk), Kanalo Reynek, Sunewe, Marazanne, sanke, sunk, lost vanon. Example
Pakistani Women: Sidra Amin, Ayesha Zafar, Muneeba Ali (wk), Aliya Riaz, Ayman Fatima, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Nashra Sandhu, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Tuba Hassan, Gull Feroza, Tasmia Rubab, Humna Bilal, Saira Jabeen
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SA-W vs PAK-W, 1st T20I: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- South Africa win the toss first
- Pakistan powerplay score: 35-45
- Pakistan total score: 130-140
Case 2:
- Pakistan are first in the toss
- South Africa powerplay score: 40-50
- South Africa total score: 155-165
This article was originally published here WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
