South Africa Women vs Ireland Women , 3rd Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Ireland Women tour of South Africa 2025

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09 December 2025 | 09:15AM
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The Ireland Women tour of South Africa continues with the third match at the Sahara Park Willowmoore Cricket Stadium, where both teams are looking to build rhythm and assert control in the series. As fans follow the SA-W vs IRE-W Live Score, this fixture promises a compelling clash between two teams with contrasting approaches but similar ambitions. South Africa Women enter the contest with a strong core of experienced top-order batters, dynamic middle-order contributors, and a well-rounded group of all-rounders who offer immense stability. Their bowling unit, known for discipline and consistency, will be crucial in exploiting home conditions.


Ireland Women, meanwhile, continue to grow as a competitive international side. Their youthful batting unit has shown increasing confidence, with players capable of rotating strike effectively while capitalizing on loose deliveries. The all-rounders bring vital balance, while the bowlers—particularly the seamers—will aim to make early inroads on a surface that often rewards precision. For Ireland, controlling the powerplay and minimizing middle-overs pressure will be essential.


With South Africa seeking to extend their dominance and Ireland hoping to script an upset, this match holds significant value for both teams. Expect a contest where smart strategy, patience, and adaptability play defining roles over raw power.

South Africa Women vs Ireland Women , 3rd Match Details

Series

Ireland Women tour of South Africa 2025

Match

South Africa Women vs Ireland Women

Date & Time

10 December 2025, 09:30 PM

Venue

Sahara Park Willowmoore Cricket Stadium

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South Africa Women vs Ireland Women , 3rd Match Weather Condition

09:00 am

Cloud

0%

Humidity

39%

Wind

9 km/h

16.3

o

Sunny

Sahara Park Willowmoore Cricket Stadium

Sahara Park Willowmoore Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The surface at Sahara Park Willowmoore Cricket Stadium generally favors batters once they settle, but early movement for seamers is a well-known feature. The pitch tends to offer good bounce and carry, allowing fast bowlers to challenge the top order in the opening overs. As the match progresses, the ball comes nicely onto the bat, making stroke play easier, especially through the line. Spinners may find grip later in the innings, particularly if the surface becomes dry. Overall, a first-innings score in the range of 140–160 is competitive in T20 conditions, and winning the toss may prompt a preference to bowl first.

South Africa Women Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Ireland Women Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

152

X

129

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

213-5 by ENGW vs PAKW

X

95-10 by PAKW vs IREW

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

151-3 by INDW vs PAKW

X

129-4 by SLW vs SAW

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

8

67%
|
33%
Bowling First

4

South Africa Women vs Ireland Women , 3rd Match Squad

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South Africa Women Probable XI :

Dane van Niekerk, Chloe Tryon, Laura Wolvaardt, Sune Luus, Faye Tunnicliffe, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Nondumiso Shangase, Nadine de Klerk, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas

Ireland Women Probable XI :

Rebecca Stokell, Gaby Lewis, Leah Paul, Amy Hunter, Christina Coulter Reilly, Louise Little, Laura Delany, Orla Prendergast, Arlene Kelly, Aimee Maguire, Cara Murray

Conclusion

The SA-W vs IRE-W Live Score encounter is set to be a pivotal moment in the series as South Africa Women look to continue their winning ways and build confidence ahead of future fixtures. Their strong home advantage, experienced batters, and reliable bowling attack position them as favorites. However, Ireland Women have demonstrated steady improvement and possess the ability to challenge stronger opponents through disciplined batting and smart bowling spells. If they can absorb early pressure and construct stable partnerships, they can push the hosts hard. Ultimately, execution under pressure and fielding sharpness are likely to determine the final outcome.