Cricket South Africa has announced a 15-player squad to represent the Proteas Women at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2.
Squad Overview
Leadership and Experience
Captain Laura Wolvaardt leads from the front, anchoring South Africa’s batting lineup and proven to be one of the side’s most consistent performers. The backbone of experience includes seasoned pros Marizanne Kapp, Suné Luus, Chloé Tryon, Ayabonga Khaka, Nadine de Klerk, Tazmin Brits, and Sinalo Jafta, ensuring a solid foundation across departments.
Bowling Strength
The spin department is spearheaded by Nonkululeko Mlaba, while the seam attack is led by Masabata Klaas and Tumi Sekhukhune, offering a well-rounded bowling unit suited to various conditions.
Rising Stars & Debutants
Karabo Meso, just 17, earns a maiden call-up as a wicket-keeper batter, bringing youthful energy after featuring in two U19 Women’s T20 World Cups. Nondumiso Shangase, also making her first World Cup appearance, joins new faces Anneke Bosch, Nadine de Klerk, and Annerie Dercksen, injecting excitement and fresh talent into the core squad.
Pre-Tournament Preparation
Ahead of the World Cup, the Proteas Women will tour Pakistan from September 16–22 for a three-match ODI series at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, as part of their preparation.
Analysis & Outlook
Batting Strength
The squad reflects a strategy built around continuity and consistent performers. Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits form one of the most productive opening pairs in women’s ODIs, combining for over 1,270 runs since the 2022 World Cup at an average of nearly 53 per partnership.
All-Round Depth
South Africa’s depth in all-round options is a standout—veterans such as Kapp, Luus, Tryon, and de Klerk give the side flexibility and match-winning potential across formats.
Bowling Adaptability
Mlaba leads a crafty spin attack suited to subcontinental pitches, supported by Luus and Tryon, who can chip in with leg-spin or orthodox overs as needed. The pacers, headed by Klaas and Sekhukhune, are supported by bowling all-rounders, ensuring Wolvaardt has several new-ball options.
Full Squad List
- Laura Wolvaardt (c)
- Anneke Bosch
- Tazmin Brits
- Nadine de Klerk
- Annerie Dercksen
- Sinalo Jafta (wk)
- Marizanne Kapp
- Ayabonga Khaka
- Masabata Klaas
- Suné Luus
- Karabo Meso (wk)
- Nonkululeko Mlaba
- Tumi Sekhukhune
- Nondumiso Shangase
- Chloé Tryon
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