SA-W vs IRE-W 1st ODI Match Preview:

The rain spoiled the third and final T20I between South Africa and Ireland, resulting in no result. South Africa was able to win the T20I series 2-0 after winning the first two games. These two teams will now face each other in the three-match ODI series. The first ODI is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM IST on Saturday at Buffalo Park in East London. 

South African women have opened doors for some new faces. The hosts have rested several senior players. The ODI series won't have Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tyron, Nadine de Klerk, and a few others as participants. So, it will be an opportunity for new faces to showcase their talent. For Irish women, they have a pretty similar team that competed in the T20I series. So, they have an outside chance to challenge this South African team and try to get them down.  

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SA-W vs IRE-W 1st ODI Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: South Africa Tour of India, 2025
• Match: SA-W vs IRE-W 1st ODI
• Date: 13 Dec. 2025
• Match Start Time: 01:30 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Buffalo Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: Sony Sports TEN Network, Jio Hotstar & Fancode

Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather forecast in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, shows partly cloudy, but the chances of rain are low. The temperature is expected to reach around 24.0°C. In the last 4 ODIs, the average score at this venue is 233-176.

Buffalo Park, Eastern Cape Stats: 

Buffalo Park, Eastern Cape pitch is a neutral surface that generally helps the batsmen. This is a chase-friendly venue; winning the toss and opting to bat will be a wise decision on this surface.  

SA-W vs IRE-W Probable Playing 11

South Africa Women (SA-W) Probable 11:

Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Lara Goodall, Dane van Niekerk, Eliz-Mari Marx, Faye Tunnicliffe (WK), Nondumiso Shangase, Tumi Sekhukhune, Ayanda Hlubi, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Ireland Women (IRE-W) Probable 11:

Amy Hunter (WK), Gaby Lewis (C), Leah Paul, Laura Delany, Orla Prendergast, Arlene Kelly, Rebecca Stokell, Christina Coulter Reilly, Ava Canning

SA-W vs IRE-W- Top Picks from SA-W

SA-W vs IRE-W- Top Picks from IRE-W

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

Laura Wolvaardt is a technically sound batswoman. She was the highest run getter in the ODI World Cup and is expected to play a big knock in this match.

Orla Prendergast smashed a half-century for Ireland women in the 2nd T20I. She will be a good pick for this match.

Sune Luus has been a consistent performer for SA-W in the T20I series. She scored 118 runs and took 4 wickets.

Gaby Lewis is a key batter for IR-W. In her last 3 ODIs, she scored 225 runs and is expected to score 50-70 runs in this match.

SA-W vs IRE-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

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SA-W vs IRE-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

SA-W vs IRE-W Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

SA-W is expected to win this match. Captain Laura Wolvaardt is performing at her absolute best. Sune Luus and Tazmin Brits are two top-order batters who are currently performing well. Ireland's women struggled with the bat during T20Is. Despite their improved performance in ODIs, the hosts' home conditions and form are in their favour. Therefore, we believe that South Africa's women have a good chance of winning.

SA-W vs IRE-W 1st ODI, 2025 FAQ

Who is likely to win the SA-W vs IRE-W match today?

South Africa Women (SA-W) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

SA-W.

Who are the top fantasy picks for the SA-W vs IRE-W Dream11 team?

Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast, Laura Wolvaardt and Arlene Kelly 

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 180 and 230 runs