The India vs South Africa Women’s Cricket series 2024 is set to bring an exciting lineup of matches across two major Indian cities, Bengaluru and Chennai. The series kicks off with a One-Day warmup match and includes a mix of ODIs, a Test match, and T20Is, offering a comprehensive showcase of both teams’ talents and strategies. With top players like Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana leading the Indian side, and Laura Wolvaardt captaining the South African team, fans can look forward to a thrilling display of cricketing prowess. The series promises to be a captivating experience, highlighting the intense competition and camaraderie between these two formidable teams.
Venues
- Bengaluru
- Chennai
Schedule
| No. | Date | Day | Time | Match | Venue |
| 1 | 13-June-24 | Thursday | 1:30 PM | One-Day Warmup SA vs BP XI | Bengaluru |
| 2 | 16-June-24 | Sunday | 1:30 PM | 1st ODI | Bengaluru |
| 3 | 19-June-24 | Wednesday | 1:30 PM | 2nd ODI | Bengaluru |
| 4 | 23-June-24 | Sunday | 1:30 PM | 3rd ODI | Bengaluru |
| 5 | 28-June-24 – 01-July-24 | Fri-Mon | 9:30 AM | Test | Chennai |
| 6 | 05-July-24 | Friday | 7:00 PM | 1st T20I | Chennai |
| 7 | 07-July-24 | Sunday | 7:00 PM | 2nd T20I | Chennai |
| 8 | 09-July-24 | Tuesday | 7:00 PM | 3rd T20I | Chennai |
Test Squad
India
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Shubha Satheesh, Jemimah Rodrigues*, Richa Ghosh (WK), Uma Chetri (WK), Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Saika Ishaque, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Pooja Vastrakar*, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Meghna Singh, Priya Punia.
South Africa
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Eliz-Mari Marz, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukune, Nondumiso Shangase, Delmi Tucker.
T20I Squad
India
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Dayalan Hemalatha, Uma Chetri (WK), Richa Ghosh (WK), Jemimah Rodrigues *, Sajana Sajeevan, Deepti Sharma, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Asha Sobhana, Pooja Vastrakar *, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy
Standby: Saika Ishaque
South Africa
Yet to be announced.
ODI Squad
India
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues *, Richa Ghosh (WK), Uma Chetri (WK), Dayalan Hemlatha, Radha Yadav, Asha Sobhana, Shreyanka Patil, Saika Ishaque, Pooja Vastrakar *, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Priya Punia.
Board President XI Squad: Jemimah Rodrigues, Minnu Mani, Priya Punia, Shubha Satheesh, Shweta Sehrawat, Uma Chetry (WK), Shipra Giri (WK), Sajana Sajeevan, Kiran Navgire, Tanuja Kanwar, Mannat Kashyap, Priya Mishra, Shabnam Shakil, Saima Thakor, Sayali Satghare.
South Africa
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Eliz-Mari Marz, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukune, Nondumiso Shangase, Delmi Tucker.
Where to watch?
The match will be broadcast on the Sports18 network across India. Live streaming will also be available through the JioCinema app as well as the website.
Conclusion
The India vs South Africa Women’s Cricket series 2024 promises to be a thrilling and unforgettable spectacle, spanning the dynamic cities of Bengaluru and Chennai. With a schedule packed with a variety of formats – including ODIs, T20Is, and a Test match – cricket fans will be treated to a rich display of talent and strategy from both teams. Led by iconic players such as Harmanpreet Kaur and Laura Wolvaardt, this series will highlight the skill, resilience, and sportsmanship that define women’s cricket. As the teams clash on the field, the series is set to deliver moments of intense competition, exhilarating performances, and a celebration of the global cricketing spirit. Don’t miss out on this exciting cricketing journey!
* The selection of Jemimah Rodrigues and Pooja Vastrakar is subject to fitness.
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