Pakistan Women vs South Africa Women – 2nd ODI: Full Preview & Where to Watch
In a crucial second One-Day International match, Pakistan Women and South Africa Women face off at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on 19 September 2025. The start time is 4:00 PM IST. With South Africa leading the three-match ODI series 1-0, Pakistan will be desperate to bounce back. Here’s everything latest you need to know: streaming, squads, form, prediction, and what to watch out for.
📺 Match Live Streaming & Telecast Details
- The official streaming partners for the 2nd ODI include Sports TV on YouTube and Sports Central, which will stream the match for many international audiences. (Outlook India)
- Match time: 4:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) in Lahore. (Female Cricket)
- In Pakistan, the broadcast is available on A Sports HD with streaming via Tamasha for local fans. (Female Cricket)
- Unfortunately, some sources say there is no official live TV partner or broadcaster in certain countries, so fans outside these streaming environs might only follow live scores and commentary. (LatestLY)
🏏 Background & First ODI Recap
- South Africa dominated the first ODI, winning by eight wickets. They successfully chased down 256 set by Pakistan. (Outlook India)
- For Pakistan, Sidra Amin scored an unbeaten 121 and Muneeba Ali made 76, but the rest of the batting slipped in the death overs. (Female Cricket)
- South Africa had a monumental unbeaten partnership of 216 runs between Marizanne Kapp (121*) and Tazmin Brits (101*) that sealed the victory. (Female Cricket)
🔢 Squads & Key Players
Pakistan Women (PAK-W):
Fatima Sana (captain), Muneeba Ali, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Sidra Nawaz (wk), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Omaima Sohail, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Sadaf Shamas. (Outlook India)
South Africa Women (SA-W):
Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Nondumiso Shangase, Annerie Dercksen, Ayabonga Khaka, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Masabata Klaas, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Karabo Meso, Miane Smit. (Outlook India)
Toss update: Pakistan Women won the toss in the 2nd ODI and elected to bowl first. (Outlook India)
🌍 Head-to-Head & Context
- Historically, South Africa Women have had the upper hand in WODIs against Pakistan Women: out of 29 matches, SA-W have won 22, Pakistan Women have won just 5, with 1 tied and 1 no-result. (Outlook India)
- This series is part of both teams’ warm-up for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, which begins 30 September. Pakistan will open their World Cup campaign against Bangladesh on October 2; South Africa faces England on October 1. (Outlook India)
🔍 What to Watch Out For
- Can Pakistan’s middle order rise? With Sidra Amin and Muneeba Ali having shown promise, much depends on whether players like Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, and perhaps more experienced heads can anchor innings or finish strong.
- SA’s batting depth & partnerships: If Kapp and Brits deliver again, or if Wolvaardt builds a strong foundation, SA might dominate again.
- Bowling in pressure overs: Death overs on both batting & bowling sides may decide the match. Pakistan needs tighter overs at the end; SA must avoid collapse after early wickets.
- Home crowd & pitch behavior: Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium is known for decent pace and bounce; a good pitch with quick outfield can favor batters. Fielding agility and catching will also matter.
👍 Positives & – Critiques
Positives:
- Pakistan has shown strong batting in the first ODI despite losing; the team has fight in the bat.
- South Africa enters with confidence; the opening win and big partnerships may set their momentum.
Critiques:
- Pakistan’s finishing ability under pressure remains questionable; lower order must perform better.
- Streaming gaps: Fans in many regions may lack access to live streaming or telecast; more official partners would help visibility.
📝 Summary
The 2nd ODI between Pakistan Women and South Africa Women on September 19 is a make-or-break match for Pakistan, looking to level the series. South Africa will aim to extend their lead before the final match. With star performances expected, and streaming/telecast options available for many fans, this promises to be an exciting encounter ahead of the 2025 Women’s World Cup.
🔗 For more full match details, scorecard, and live commentary, refer to the ESPNcricinfo match centre: ESPNcricinfo – PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI (ESPN Cricinfo)
