SA-W vs IRE-W 1st T20I Match Preview:

The first T20I match between South Africa Women and Ireland Women is scheduled to take place today at Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa. This is the first international assignment for the South African women after the World Cup. Despite losing their recent T20I series against the West Indies Women, they will be looking to dominate Ireland.

On the other hand, Ireland enters this series with confidence after winning the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Division 1 Qualifier. Led by captain Gaby Lewis, the Irish side is expected to showcase a terrific run of form.

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SA-W vs IRE-W 1st T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Ireland Women's Tour of South Africa, 2025
• Match: SA-W vs IRE-W Match 1st T20I
• Date: 5 Dec. 2025
• Match Start Time: 5:30 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa 
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: YouTube channel of Cricket South Africa

SA-W vs IRE-W Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

Pitch & Weather Report:

The sky will mostly remain cloudy, with a 10% chance of rain. The temperature is likely to reach around  21.5°C. Based on previous games, the average score at this venue ranges between 116 and 123 runs. The pitch offers good assistance to Pace, suggesting a low-scoring encounter

Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa Stats: 

Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa, is among the most iconic cricketing landmarks, and the pitch favours the bowler. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.      

SA-W vs IRE-W 1st T20I Playing 11

South Africa Women (SA-W) Probable 11:  Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Dane van Niekerk, Karabo Meso (wicketkeeper), Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Derckson, Chloe Tryon, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas

Ireland Women (IRE-W) Probable 11: Gaby Lewis (captain), Christina Coulter Reilly (wicketkeeper), Orla Prendergast, Amy Hunter, Leah Paul, Ava Canning, Rebecca Stokell, Arlene Kelly, Jane Maguire, Alana Dalzell, Aimee Maguire

SA-W vs IRE-W- Top Picks from South Africa Women

SA-W vs IRE-W- Top Picks from South Africa Women

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Laura Wolvaardt (SA-W) had scored 122 runs in the last three matches. She can dominate with her batting across different match situations. 
• Nadine de Klerk (SA-W) has been a consistent performer and one of the most vital cogs in the South Africa Women's squad. 
• Gaby Lewis (IRE-W) is an inform batter for IRE-W. She had scored 164 runs in the last three T20I matches
• Orla Prendergast (IRE-W) could prove to be a game-changer for the IRE-W side in this match. 

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

SA-W vs IRE-W Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

SA-W vs IRE-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

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

SA-W is likely to win this match. In head-to-head matches, the South Africa Women's team has dominated the Ireland Women. Additionally, they have the advantage of playing on their home ground.

SA-W vs IRE-W 1st T20I 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?    

South Africa Women is ahead (8-2).

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

Laura Wolvaardt, Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Gaby Lewis, Orla Prendergast and Amy Hunter

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is flat and excellent for batters, and we can expect an average score range between 140 and 150 runs.