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The third and final ODI between Pakistan Women and South Africa Women will take place on Monday at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, with the visitors chasing a clean sweep. Having already secured the series 2-0, South Africa will look to extend their dominance, while Pakistan will be desperate to salvage pride and collect vital ICC Women’s Championship points.
South Africa Women have been clinical throughout the series. They opened with an emphatic 8-wicket win, showcasing their batting strength and bowling depth. The second ODI, reduced by rain, saw the visitors prevail by 25 runs via the DLS method, sealing the series with a game to spare. This latest triumph continues South Africa’s strong record against Pakistan, having now won nine of the last ten head-to-head ODIs.
For Pakistan, the series has been marked by inconsistency. Their bowling attack has struggled to apply sustained pressure, while the middle order has failed to capitalize on starts. A rare bright spot came in the second ODI, where opener Sidra Ameen struck a brilliant century, keeping Pakistan in the contest until rain intervened.
With the series already decided, Pakistan will aim to finish on a high and boost their confidence heading into future fixtures. For South Africa, a 3-0 whitewash would underline their growing stature as one of the most formidable teams in women’s cricket.
PAK-W vs SA-W, 3rd ODI: Match Details
- Date and Time: September 22; 04:00 pm IST/ 10:30 am GMT/ 03:30 pm Local
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch in Lahore is expected to favor batters, offering consistent bounce and even carry that rewards fluent stroke play. Fast bowlers may enjoy some early assistance, with swing and seam movement possible under the new ball. However, as the surface settles, their impact is likely to diminish. Once the initial moisture dries out, scoring should become far easier for set batters, shifting the pressure back onto the bowlers.
As the match progresses, spinners are likely to take charge, with the track offering grip, sharp turn, and bounce that can trouble even well-established players at the crease.
Squads
Pakistan: Fatima Sana (c), Muneeba Ali, Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Eyman Fatima, Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Omaima Sohail, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz, Syeda Aroob Shah
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Ayabonga Khaka, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Anneke Bosch, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase
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PAK-W vs SA-W, 3rd ODI: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Pakistan Women wins the toss and bats first
- Pakistan Women’s powerplay score: 40-50
- Pakistan Women’s total score: 270-280
Case 2:
- South Africa Women wins the toss and bats first
- South Africa Women’s powerplay score: 70-80
- South Africa Women’s total score: 300-310
Match result: South Africa to win the game.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
