Match Overview
The third and final ODI of the Pakistan Women tour of South Africa, 2026 at Kingsmead produced a dominant performance from Pakistan Women, who stormed to a 119-run victory.
After South Africa opted to bowl first, Pakistan delivered one of their most complete batting displays of the tour, posting a commanding 306/8 in 50 overs. The innings was anchored by a magnificent 97 from Sadaf Shamas and powered at the death by captain Fatima Sana’s explosive cameo.
In response, South Africa’s chase never truly recovered from early blows. Despite resistance from Annerie Dercksen and Faye Tunnicliffe, the hosts were bundled out for 187 in 36.2 overs. Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack sealed a morale-boosting win to close the ODI series in emphatic fashion.
Quick Info
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Venue: Kingsmead
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Date: 01-03-2026
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Time: 10:00 AM Local
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Player to Watch: Sadaf Shamas
Pakistan Women Innings – 306/8 (50 Overs)
Pakistan made a confident start during the powerplay, racing to 77 runs in the first 10 overs. Sadaf Shamas set the tone with aggressive stroke play, striking 16 boundaries and a six in her scintillating 97 off 82 balls. She narrowly missed a deserved century but had already done significant damage.
Sidra Amin (41) provided stability in the middle overs, while Ayesha Zafar (24) rotated strike effectively. The finishing flourish came from Fatima Sana, whose blistering 60 off 41 balls, including five towering sixes, propelled Pakistan past the 300-run mark.
South Africa’s bowlers struggled to stem the flow of runs despite Sune Luus picking up three wickets.
1st Innings Performance Table
| Pakistan Women – 1st Innings | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sadaf Shamas | 97 | 82 | 118.29 |
| Fatima Sana | 60 | 41 | 146.34 |
| Sidra Amin | 41 | 64 | 64.06 |
| South Africa Bowlers | Overs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sune Luus | 9 | 3 | 4.70 |
| Nonkululeko Mlaba | 10 | 2 | 5.60 |
South Africa Women Innings – 187 All Out (36.2 Overs)
The chase unraveled early for South Africa. Captain Laura Wolvaardt fell cheaply, followed swiftly by Tazmin Brits and Sune Luus, leaving the hosts reeling at 7/3.
Faye Tunnicliffe (47) and Annerie Dercksen (54) attempted to rebuild with a promising partnership, briefly raising hopes. Sinalo Jafta’s brisk 33 added momentum, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals.
Pakistan’s bowlers executed their plans with precision. Sadia Iqbal claimed three wickets, while Nashra Sandhu and Umm-e-Hani chipped in with two each. Fatima Sana struck twice early, ensuring South Africa never found stability in the chase.
2nd Innings Performance Table
| South Africa Women – 2nd Innings | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annerie Dercksen | 54 | 67 | 80.60 |
| Faye Tunnicliffe | 47 | 51 | 92.16 |
| Sinalo Jafta | 33 | 34 | 97.06 |
| Pakistan Bowlers | Overs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sadia Iqbal | 10 | 3 | 4.10 |
| Nashra Sandhu | 5.2 | 2 | 4.70 |
Top Performer – Sadaf Shamas
Man of the Match: Sadaf Shamas
Sadaf’s electrifying 97 laid the foundation for Pakistan’s imposing total. Her aggressive approach in the powerplay dismantled South Africa’s bowling plans and set the momentum for the remainder of the innings. Though she fell short of a century, her innings proved match-defining and earned her the spotlight in this commanding victory.
Final Result
Pakistan Women won by 119 runs.
Conclusion
While South Africa Women secured the ODI series overall, Pakistan’s emphatic win in the final match provides strong momentum heading into future assignments. Their batting depth and disciplined bowling effort showcased significant progress.
For South Africa, the heavy defeat serves as a reminder of the importance of early stability in high-pressure chases. As both teams prepare for upcoming international challenges, this contest highlights the growing competitiveness and unpredictability of women’s ODI cricket in 2026.
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