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The West Indies Women and South Africa Women now turn their attention to the T20I leg of the series , following a thrilling ODI campaign where South Africa clinched the series 2-1 . The first T20I is set to take place at the Three Ws Oval in Barbados , offering both teams a fresh opportunity to gain bragging rights.
While West Indies started the ODI series strongly with a win, they couldn’t maintain that momentum, whereas South Africa came out on top through consistent performances across departments . With the shorter format demanding quick adaptability and sharp execution, all eyes will be on how each team adjusts after the longer format battle.
Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | West Indies Women vs South Africa Women – 1st T20I |
| Date | 20 june 2025 |
| Venue | Three Ws Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados |
| Time | 7:00 IST |
| Competition | West Indies vs South Africa Women, T20I Series 2025 |
Team Previews
West Indies Women Preview
West Indies Women enter the T20I series looking for redemption after a disappointing end to the ODI series. Despite leading 1-0, they lost the next two matches and will be under pressure to bounce back quickly in the shortest format.
Captain Hayley Matthews was easily their standout performer in the ODIs, scoring 104 runs and taking 4 wickets , making her an all-format star for the side. She’ll be expected to lead from the front once again, especially with the middle order needing more stability.
Qiana Joseph and Shemaine Campbelle chipped in with useful contributions during the ODI series and will look to convert those starts into impactful knocks in T20Is. Stafanie Taylor , though not at her peak, showed glimpses of form and remains vital to the team’s structure.
In bowling, Afy Fletcher will be the main threat with the ball, while Aaliyah Alleyne and Karishma Ramharack provide support with pace and control respectively. Matthews’ off-spin also offers tactical depth.
With limited firepower lower down, West Indies will need early partnerships and smart finishes from their top and middle order if they are to challenge the Proteas effectively.
South Africa Women Preview
South Africa Women head into this T20I series with confidence high after a dominant performance in the ODI series. They won 2-1 against the hosts and have the momentum firmly in their favor.
Tazmin Brits was their top scorer in the ODIs with 184 runs in three matches , averaging over 60. Her ability to score at a steady strike rate makes her ideal for setting up successful totals.
Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp add balance and experience at the top and middle orders. Sune Luus brings leadership and batting depth, while wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta contributes behind the stumps and in the field.
Their bowling unit is led by Nonkululeko Mlaba , who impressed with sharp spells and regular breakthroughs. Masabata Klaas provides control in the middle overs, and Ayanda Hlubi can deliver crucial variations at the death.
South Africa have been strong in T20Is recently, especially in overseas conditions. Their disciplined approach and better balance give them a clear edge heading into the series opener.
Favourite Team to Win Today’s Match
| Favourite Team | Reason |
|---|---|
| South Africa Women | Strong recent form; won the ODI series convincingly and have a balanced squad. Batters like Tazmin Brits and Laura Wolvaardt in good touch. Bowlers, led by Nonkululeko Mlaba, offer control and wicket-taking ability. West Indies rely heavily on Hayley Matthews, but lack depth and consistency in other areas. Historical data and current momentum clearly favor South Africa, making them firm favorites for the opening T20I. |
Fantasy Team XI (with Explanation)
| Player Name | Role | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews (vc) | All-rounder / Vice-Captain | WIW | Top run-getter and wicket-taker; fantasy captain option. |
| Laura Wolvaardt | Batter | RSAW | Opened well in ODIs; solid technique and safe pick. |
| Tazmin Brits | Batter | RSAW | Leading run-scorer in ODIs; aggressive style and great form. |
| Chinelle Henry | Batter | WIW | Finisher; valuable late-innings hitter. |
| Sune Luus | Batter / Captain | RSAW | Dependable middle-order batter; contributes with both bat and ball. |
| Jahzara Claxton | Batter | WIW | Aggressive opener; ideal for late-innings acceleration. |
| Shemaine Campbelle | Batter / Wicketkeeper | WIW | Anchor of the innings; rotates strike well. |
| Nonkululeko Mlaba | Bowler | RSAW | Star bowler; took key wickets in ODI series. |
| Afy Fletcher | Bowler | WIW | Key pacer; takes early wickets and maintains pressure. |
| Masabata Klaas | Bowler | RSAW | Smart death bowler; effective in crunch moments. |
| Zaida James | Bowler | WIW | Useful spinner; breaks partnerships and keeps it tight. |
Captain & Vice-Captain Suggestions
- Captain : Hayley Matthews (WIW) – Game-changer with bat and ball; ideal fantasy captain.
- Vice-Captain : Tazmin Brits (RSAW) – In-form batter with big scores in previous games.
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Teams
- Karishma Ramharack (WIW) – Struggles with consistency; lacks impact in key matches.
- Annerie Dercksen (RSAW) – Lacks big scores or impactful bowling; minimal fantasy upside.
Squads
West Indies Women Squad
- Hayley Matthews (c)
- Qiana Joseph
- Jahzara Claxton
- Stafanie Taylor
- Chinelle Henry
- Shemaine Campbelle (wk)
- Jannillea Glasgow
- Aaliyah Alleyne
- Zaida James
- Afy Fletcher
- Karishma Ramharack
South Africa Women Squad
- Laura Wolvaardt (c)
- Tazmin Brits
- Nondumiso Shangase
- Sune Luus
- Marizanne Kapp
- Sinalo Jafta (wk)
- Annerie Dercksen
- Chloe Tryon
- Ayanda Hlubi
- Nonkululeko Mlaba
- Masabata Klaas
Probable Playing XI
| West Indies Women | South Africa Women |
|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews (c) | Laura Wolvaardt (c) |
| Jahzara Claxton | Tazmin Brits |
| Qiana Joseph | Nondumiso Shangase |
| Stafanie Taylor | Sune Luus |
| Chinelle Henry | Marizanne Kapp |
| Shemaine Campbelle (wk) | Sinalo Jafta (wk) |
| Jannillea Glasgow | Annerie Dercksen |
| Aaliyah Alleyne | Chloe Tryon |
| Afy Fletcher | Nonkululeko Mlaba |
| Zaida James | Masabata Klaas |
Pitch Report
- Venue : Three Ws Oval, Barbados
- Average First Innings Score : ~150
- Highest Score : Not yet played here; based on ODI trend, likely to be competitive around 150+
- Nature of Pitch : True surface with some grip for spinners; seamers can find movement early.
- Expected Target : 140–160 should be competitive.
- Fielding Advantage : Chasing side may benefit if dew comes into play later in the match.
Toss Prediction
- Likely Outcome : Even chance for either side to win the toss.
- Decision : Bat first. Two of the three ODIs here were won by the chasing side, suggesting par totals aren’t too high and defending is possible.
Winner Prediction
South Africa Women are our predicted winners of the first T20I . They come into the match with series momentum , a strong batting lineup , and a disciplined bowling attack .
While West Indies have the talent, particularly in Matthews, they struggled to maintain consistency in the ODIs. South Africa looked more composed and tactically sound throughout the previous series.
Back South Africa Women to start the T20I series with a win and extend their dominance over West Indies.
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