South Africa vs India Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Live Stream, Broadcast and Preview
South Africa plays India in a Group 1 match of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday. The game starts at 3:30 PM SAST (7:00 PM IST), with India currently undefeated and South Africa seeking a second win to bolster their semi-final chances in a six-team group.
What are the stakes for South Africa and India?
Only two teams from the six-team Group 1 will advance to the semi-finals. India enters the match undefeated after recording wins over Pakistan and the Netherlands. They cannot afford to drop points before facing world No. 1 Australia.
South Africa holds one win and one loss. After an opening defeat to Australia, the Proteas beat Pakistan to secure their first points. A win against India would provide a significant advantage in the race for a top-four spot.
How do the top batters compare heading into Sunday?
The match features a showdown between Laura Wolvaardt and Smriti Mandhana. Mandhana has found early form, hitting back-to-back fifties in India’s first two tournament games.
Wolvaardt, the South African captain, has had a tougher start. She scored 44 in a loss to Australia and fell cheaply against Pakistan. However, Wolvaardt dominated a T20 series against India in April, scoring 330 runs across five matches, including a century and three fifties.
Can South Africa handle India’s spin attack?
Indian spinners have driven the team’s undefeated start. Deepti Sharma took five wickets against Pakistan, and Shree Charani claimed four wickets during the match against the Netherlands.
South Africa’s counter is Annerie Dercksen. In the Proteas’ last outing, Dercksen scored a fifty while managing the Pakistani spin attack under difficult conditions.
What does the head-to-head record show?
India holds a narrow lead in the overall T20I head-to-head record, winning 11 matches to South Africa’s 10, with three games ending without a result. Recent form favors the Proteas.
South Africa has won nine of the last 15 meetings. This includes a 4-1 series victory over India in April. In contrast, India has won only four of those last 15 fixtures, while two were abandoned.
Recent Matchup Summary
| Metric | India | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall T20I Wins | 11 | 10 |
| Wins (Last 15 Games) | 4 | 9 |
| April Series Result | 1 Win | 4 Wins |
Where can fans watch the match live?
South African viewers can access the match via SuperSport’s digital platforms and SuperSport Cricket TV channels.
In India, the match will stream on JioHotstar. Television broadcasts are available on Star Sports 1, 2, and 3, including HD channels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the SA-W vs IND-W match start?
The match begins at 3:30 PM SAST and 7:00 PM IST on Sunday.
Where is the match being played?
The fixture takes place at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester.
Who is the current captain of the South African team?
Laura Wolvaardt is the captain of the Proteas Women.
Which team is currently undefeated in Group 1?
India is undefeated, having won against Pakistan and the Netherlands.
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