South Africa Women Dominate Pakistan by 150 Runs in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Kapp Leads the Charge!
Summary:
South Africa Women dominated Pakistan Women by a stunning 150-run margin in the 22nd match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The rain-impacted match was reduced to 20 overs, with a revised DLS target of 234 for Pakistan. Marizanne Kapp’s remarkable all-round performance guided South Africa to victory, while Pakistan’s campaign faces a bitter end with no wins yet.
South Africa Women Cruise to Victory Over Pakistan by 150 Runs in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
- Date: October 21, 2025
- Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Match: RSAW vs PAKW, 22nd Match, ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
- Result: South Africa Women won by 150 runs (DLS Target: 234)
In what turned out to be a one-sided affair, South Africa Women emerged victorious by 150 runs over Pakistan Women in a rain-affected match during the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. The match, which had to be shortened to just 20 overs per side due to rain, was set up by some brilliant batting from the South African top order, coupled with a disciplined bowling display. With the DLS method in play, Pakistan was tasked with chasing down a daunting target of 234.
South Africa’s Batting Brilliance:
South Africa put on an imposing total of 312/9 in their 40 overs, despite a few hiccups along the way. The innings was anchored by a sensational knock of 90 from their captain, Laura Wolvaardt, who held the middle order together with precision and elegance. Her partnership with Sune Luus (61 runs off 59 balls) was pivotal in building a strong platform for the later overs.
Marizanne Kapp, who has been in sublime form, unleashed a breathtaking knock of 68* off just 43 balls, accelerating South Africa’s score with six boundaries and three sixes. Kapp also contributed with the ball, finishing with 3 wickets for 20 runs, earning her the Player of the Match award.
Despite a valiant knock from Tazmin Brits (0) and quick contributions from Nadine de Klerk (41 from 16 balls), it was Kapp’s clinical finish that took South Africa well past 300 runs.
Pakistan’s Struggles Against the DLS Target:
Chasing a revised DLS target of 234, Pakistan was never really in the hunt. Their chase was plagued with early wickets, starting with Muneeba Ali falling for just 5 runs. Omaima Sohail (6), Sidra Amin (13), and Aliya Riaz (3) all failed to anchor the innings, with Pakistan constantly losing wickets at regular intervals.
Marizanne Kapp was the chief destroyer, picking up 3 crucial wickets, including that of Sidra Amin, who had been a steady presence in previous games. Alongside her, Nondumiso Shangase (2 wickets for 19 runs) added to Pakistan’s woes by dismissing both Fatima Sana (2) and Natalia Pervaiz (20).
With Sidra Nawaz (22* not out) trying her best to hold one end, Pakistan’s hopes were dashed as they fell short of the target, ending their innings at just 83/7 in 20 overs.
Key Performances:
South Africa Women:
- Laura Wolvaardt: 90 runs off 82 balls (captaincy masterclass)
- Sune Luus: 61 runs off 59 balls (steady hand in the middle)
- Marizanne Kapp: 68* runs off 43 balls, 3 wickets for 20 runs (Player of the Match)
- Nadine de Klerk: 41 runs off 16 balls (explosive cameo)
- Tazmin Brits: 0 runs off 4 balls (early wicket)
Pakistan Women:
- Sidra Nawaz (wk): 22* runs off 33 balls (resilient effort)
- Natalia Pervaiz: 20 runs off 24 balls (brave but ineffective)
- Marizanne Kapp: 3 wickets for 20 runs (star performer)
- Shangase: 2 wickets for 19 runs (game-changing spell)
Player of the Match:
Marizanne Kapp – 68 runs not out, 3 wickets for 20 runs
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The Road Ahead for Pakistan:
With the loss in this match, Pakistan’s hopes of advancing to the knockout stages of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 have all but evaporated. Their World Cup campaign remains winless, with their final group-stage match against Sri Lanka on October 24 serving as a must-win. The pressure is mounting, and they have no choice but to put their best foot forward if they are to salvage any pride from this tournament.
Meanwhile, South Africa continues to impress with their all-round performances. As they prepare for the business end of the tournament, their confidence will be high, knowing that they’ve dominated yet another strong opponent. Their balanced squad, led by the experienced Wolvaardt and the in-form Kapp, will be a force to reckon with in the upcoming stages.
Conclusion:
South Africa Women delivered a near-perfect performance in this rain-impacted match, proving their dominance in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. With Marizanne Kapp leading from the front, both with bat and ball, they inflicted a 150-run victory over Pakistan. As they continue their journey in the tournament, South Africa will be brimming with confidence, while Pakistan, on the verge of elimination, faces an uphill battle to finish their World Cup campaign on a high.
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