The South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team is currently touring New Zealand, competing in a comprehensive series throughout March and April 2026. This tour features five T20 Internationals and three One Day Internationals (ODIs), showcasing an exciting contest between two prominent sides in women’s cricket.
South Africa Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026: Schedule & Results
The tour kicks off with a five-match T20 series, transitioning into an ODI series. Major venues across New Zealand such as Mount Maunganui, Hamilton, Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch will host the matches. The opening T20 match is scheduled for March 15, 2026.
Match Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Start Time (GMT) | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | 1st T20I | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | 01:45 | New Zealand Women won by 80 runs |
| Mar 17, 2026 | 2nd T20I | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 01:45 | TBD |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 3rd T20I | Eden Park, Auckland | 01:45 | TBD |
| Mar 22, 2026 | 4th T20I | Sky Stadium, Wellington | 01:45 | TBD |
| Mar 25, 2026 | 5th T20I | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 01:45 | TBD |
| Mar 29, 2026 | 1st ODI | Hagley Oval, Christchurch | 01:00 | TBD |
| Apr 1, 2026 | 2nd ODI | Basin Reserve, Wellington | 22:00 | TBD |
| Apr 4, 2026 | 3rd ODI | Basin Reserve, Wellington | 22:00 | TBD |
Team Squads
The T20I squads for both teams have been finalized, while the ODI squads remain unannounced. New Zealand has made changes in their squad composition for the latter T20 matches.
- South Africa Women’s T20I Squad
- Captain: Laura Wolvaardt
- Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Kayla Reyneke
- All Rounders: Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Dane van Niekerk, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon
- Wicket Keepers: Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Karabo Meso
- Bowling: Ayanda Hlubi, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune
- New Zealand Women’s T20I Squad
- Captain: Amelia Kerr
- Batters: Maddy Green, Georgia Plimmer
- All Rounders: Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel
- Wicket Keepers: Isabella Gaze, Polly Inglis, Izzy Sharp
- Bowling: Bree Illing, Rosemary Mair
Historical Rivalry
The T20 rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa has favored the former historically. However, recent matches indicate a more competitive landscape.
| Format | Matches Played | New Zealand Wins | South Africa Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 Internationals | 18 | 13 | 4 | 1 |
| One-Day Internationals | 21 | 12 | 9 | 0 |
Fans can follow the action live through the SonyLIV platform, ensuring access to real-time updates and match scores. El-Balad will provide additional coverage of this exciting series as it unfolds.
