England Women are going to play against South Africa Women at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on 3rd October 2025.
This will be an important match as both teams will start their World Cup journey and fight very hard for the win.
You will find everything from the schedule to the watch guide you need to know about the England Women vs South Africa Women Match 4 in this article.
England Women vs South Africa Women Match Details
Here are the details for the upcoming clash between England Women and South Africa Women in brief.
| Match | England vs South Africa Women |
| Date | Friday, October 3, 2025 |
| Time | 3:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| Watch on TV | Star Sports |
| Watch Online | JioHotstar (App & Website) |
England is the stronger team on the records because they have beaten South Africa many times before. But South Africa has been playing really well lately and won’t seem to give up easily.
England Women vs South Africa Women Team News and Squad Updates
England made big changes after the Women’s Ashes. Charlotte Edwards is the new coach and Nat Sciver-Brunt is the new captain.
They played only two series recently, won against the West Indies, and lost to India. The good news is Heather Knight is back from a hamstring injury. Rain stopped their final practice session.
South Africa has been playing regularly. They competed in a tri-series with India and Sri Lanka, then toured Pakistan. Won four matches in a row before their last game.
Captain Laura Wolvaardt and opener Tazmin Brits have scored 1536 runs together since January 2023, which is more than any other opening pair in ODIs.
| Team | Key Players | Injuries/Availability |
|---|---|---|
| England Women | Nat Sciver-Brunt, Sophie Ecclestone, Amy Jones, Heather Knight | Knight is back from injury |
| South Africa Women | Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp, Tazmin Brits | Everyone is fit and ready |
Probable Squad England:
- Amy Jones (wicketkeeper)
- Tammy Beaumont
- Heather Knight
- Nat Sciver-Brunt (captain)
- Sophia Dunkley
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge
- Alice Capsey
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Charlie Dean
- Em Arlott
- Lauren Bell
Probable Squad South Africa:
- Laura Wolvaardt (captain
- Tazmin Brits
- Sune Luus
- Marizanne Kapp
- Annerie Dercksen
- Chloe Tryon
- Sinalo Jafta (wicketkeeper)
- Nadine de Klerk
- Nondumiso Shangase
- Nonkululeko Mlaba
- Ayabonga Khaka
England Women vs South Africa Women Head-to-Head & Recent Form
Looking back at their past encounters, England has had the upper hand over South Africa on most occasions. They’ve won six times. South Africa? Only twice.
The sad part for South Africa is that they lost two semi-finals to England in 2017 and 2022. In both times, South Africa beat England in the early matches but could not win when it really mattered.
Wolvaardt said, “We have beaten them in the group stages before but lost in the semi-final,” but she believes this time will be different if her team plays according to their plan.
| Metric | England Women | SA Women |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 46 (all ODI matches) | 46 |
| Wins | 35 | 10 |
| World Cup Record | 6 wins | 2 wins |
| Last 5 Match Results | LWLWW | LWWWW |
| Recent Matches with Each Other | Won 2 of last 2 | Lost 2 of last 2 |
Some interesting player battles will happen. Charlie Dean has gotten Laura Wolvaardt out three times and she scored only 65 runs against Dean.
Dean has also dismissed Sune Luus three times for just 19 runs. On the other side, Marizanne Kapp has gotten Heather Knight out five times and Tammy Beaumont out five times before.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium pitch is good for batting early. As the match goes on, the pitch becomes slower. This helps spin bowlers.
When India played Sri Lanka here, spin bowling worked well in the middle part of the innings. But fast bowling was better at the start. Both captains have noticed this.
Sciver-Brunt said England will use the same plan: “Our spinners will do a good job in the middle overs and make it hard for batters to score. Our spin attack is very good.”
Weather might be a problem. Rain stopped England’s practice, and more rain is expected on match day. Weather reports say thunderstorms might come. But the match will probably not be cancelled completely. If rain comes during the match, it might change how teams play.
A new pitch will be used for this match. New pitches are usually good for batting at first, then they help spinners later.
Key Players to Watch
England Key Players
Nat Sciver-Brunt (Captain, All-rounder)
- England’s highest run-scorer since 2022 World Cup
- Taken 20 wickets in last three years
- Has WPL experience with RCB
- Will bat and bowl in this match
Sophie Ecclestone (Spin Bowler)
- 125 wickets in 75 ODI matches
- Economy rate: 3.68 runs per over
- One of the world’s best spinners
- Crucial on spin-friendly Guwahati pitch
Amy Jones (Wicketkeeper-Batter)
- Highest run-scorer for England in 2025
- Opens the batting
- Provides stability at the top
Heather Knight (Batter)
- Former captain with vast experience
- Back from hamstring injury
- Can anchor innings or accelerate when needed
South Africa Key Players
Laura Wolvaardt (Captain, Batter)
- Part of best opening pair in ODIs since January 2023
- 1536 runs with Tazmin Brits at average of 60
- Experienced leader who can set the tone
Marizanne Kapp (All-rounder)
- Playing her fifth World Cup
- Excellent with new ball, restricts runs and takes wickets
- Strong batter who can stabilize innings
- WPL regular for Delhi Capitals
Tazmin Brits (Batter)
- Opens with Wolvaardt
- Scores quickly to give South Africa good starts
- Very consistent recently
Nonkululeko Mlaba & Nondumiso Shangase (Spin Bowlers)
- Will lead South Africa’s spin attack
- Important in middle overs on this pitch
Where to Watch England Women vs South Africa Women?
You can watch this match live on Star Sports channels on your TV if you live in India. If you like watching on your phone or computer, JioHotstar app and website will show the match live.
If you live outside India, check your local sports channels. Many TV channels around the world are showing the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, so cricket fans everywhere can watch.
| Region | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| UK | Sky Sports |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Kayo Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSport |
| USA | Willow TV |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV, T Sports |
Note: Check your local sports channels for ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 coverage.
The match starts at 3:00 PM IST. Make sure you sit down to watch before the first ball is bowled. Because rain might come, keep your streaming apps ready in case the match is delayed or the schedule changes.
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Conclusion: Debut Match For South Africa And England Women
This match is important for both England and South Africa. England has beaten South Africa many times in past World Cup matches. This gives them a mental advantage.
But South Africa has been playing really well recently and has been playing more matches, which is good preparation.
I think the team that bats first will have an advantage on this new Guwahati pitch. The pitch is usually good for batting early, then spin bowlers get help later.
England’s spin bowlers like Ecclestone and Dean might be slightly better than South Africa’s. This could help England if they bowl second.
FAQ
The match starts at 3:00 PM IST on Friday, October 3, 2025. It will be played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, India.
Nat Sciver-Brunt is leading England as captain. This is her first World Cup as captain of the team. Laura Wolvaardt is the captain of South Africa and she has been leading the team for some time now.
If you live in India, you can watch the match on Star Sports channels on your television. You can also watch it online using the JioHotstar app on your phone or the JioHotstar website on your computer.
England has beaten South Africa 6 times in World Cup matches. South Africa has won only 2 times. England also defeated South Africa in the semi-finals of the World Cup in both 2017 and 2022.
Rain is expected in Guwahati with thunderstorm warnings. But the match will probably not be cancelled completely. There might be short breaks if rain comes, so be ready for possible delays.
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