The first semi-final match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will be played between England Women and South Africa Women on October 29, 2025, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
The match will start at 3:00 PM IST (2:30 PM IST local time).
The match will be broadcast live on Sony Network.
ENG vs SA: Head to Head
England has a strong lead over South Africa in the Women’s ODI World Cup.
England has a 36-10 record against South Africa in ODIs overall. The two teams have met before in this tournament, where England defeated South Africa by 10 wickets.
South Africa lost to England in the semi-finals of the 2017 and 2022 World Cups.
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: England vs South Africa Team Status
England: Won 5 out of 7 ODIs in this tournament, reaching the semi-finals in strong form.
South Africa is in excellent form with 13 wins in 17 ODIs in 2025.
Heather Knight (288 runs) and Amy Jones (220 runs) have made significant contributions with the bat. Linsey Smith (12 wickets) and Sophie Ecclestone (12 wickets) have shown strength in bowling.
South Africa: Won 5 out of 7 ODIs in this tournament, reaching the semi-finals.
South Africa is in good form with 13 wins in 18 ODIs in 2025.
Laura Wolvaardt (301 runs) has made significant contributions with the bat. Nonkululeko Mlaba (11 wickets) has shown strength in bowling.
England Probable Playing XI
- Amy Jones(WK)
- Tammy Beaumont
- Heather Knight (C)
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge
- Sophia Dunkley
- Alice Capsey
- Charlie Dean
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Linsey Smith
- Lauren Bell
South Africa Probable Playing XI
- Laura Wolvaardt(C)
- Tazmin Brits
- Sune Luus
- Annerie Dercksen
- Marizanne Kapp
- Sinalo Jafta (WK)
- Chloe Tryon
- Nadine de Klerk
- Masabata Klaas
- Ayabonga Khaka
- Nonkululeuko Mlaba
ENG vs SA Match Weather & Pitch Report
The pitch at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium is a flat track, offering early help to the batsmen, with spinners becoming more effective later on. The average first innings score is 172 runs.
The temperature in Guwahati on October 29, 2025 is 22-29°C, partly cloudy, with a 2-5 km/h wind, and a 20% chance of rain. A full match is expected.
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: ENG vs SA Match Prediction
England vs South Africa Women Match Prediction: England’s batting will be led by Heather Knight and Amy Jones, while Sophie Ecclestone and Linsey Smith will provide the bowling strength.
A 36-10 ODI record will boost confidence.
South Africa’s batting will be led by Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits, while Nonkululeko Mlaba and Marizanne Kapp will provide the bowling strength.
England’s chances of winning are 60%, while South Africa’s are 40%. If England bats first and scores 250+, their chances of victory will increase.
South Africa needs a big innings from Wolvaardt and early wickets from Mlaba to win. England has the upper hand.
