SA-W vs IRE-W 3rd T20 2025 Match Preview: The South Africa women’s team will take on the Ireland women’s team in the first T20I of the Ireland Women’s tour of South Africa 2025 series at Willowmoore Park, Benoni, on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, in what will be the shortest format of the game.
The hosts have been dominant in this series, winning the first two matches comfortably. Laura Wolvaardt’s side has shown complete control with bat and ball. With the series already sealed, South Africa will now aim to complete a 3–0 whitewash at home.
On the other hand, Ireland has struggled to adapt to South African conditions. Their batting has lacked partnerships, and their bowling hasn’t been able to put pressure on the South Africans. However, this final game allows them to finish the tour with pride and gain momentum ahead of the ODIs.
In this article, we look at the SA-W vs IRE-W match preview, pitch report, predictions and statistics.
Match Details – SA-W vs IRE-W 3rd T20
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | South Africa Women vs Ireland Women, 3rd T20 |
| Date | Wednesday, 10th December 2025 |
| Time | 5:30 PM (local) |
| Venue | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| Live Streaming | Cricket South Africa YouTube |
| Format | T20 |
SA-W vs IRE-W Team Preview & Analysis
South Africa Women
South Africa is in full control of the series. Their batting has been led superbly by Laura Wolvaardt, who scored a century in the opener and backed it with another strong knock in the 2nd T20.
Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon have been consistent with both bat and ball, while the bowling attack has kept Ireland under pressure.
South Africa will now want to complete a clean sweep before switching focus to the ODI leg.
Key Players to Watch:
- Laura Wolvaardt (captain)
- Marizanne Kapp
- Chloe Tryon
- Nadine de Klerk
South Africa Women’s Predicted Playing XI
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Sune Luus, Dane van Niekerk, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas, Faye Tunnicliffe, Nondumiso Shangase
Ireland Women
Ireland has found it difficult to compete against the experienced South African lineup. Their batting has lacked momentum, and they have failed to post winning totals.
Skipper Gaby Lewis needs support from the rest of the top-order, while bowlers must tighten their lines and lengths to avoid conceding big runs.
Still, they will look to finish on a positive note with at least one victory on the tour.
Key Players to Watch:
- Gaby Lewis (captain)
- Orla Prendergast
- Leah Paul
- Ava Canning
Ireland Women’s Predicted Playing XI
Gaby Lewis (c), Amy Hunter, Orla Prendergast, Leah Paul, Laura Delany, Christina Reilly (wk), Louise Little, Ava Canning, Lara McBride, Jane Maguire, Aimee Maguire
SA-W vs IRE-W Pitch Report – Willowmoore Park, Benoni
Willowmoore Park has hosted 7 WT20Is, with 4 matches won by teams batting first.
Pitch Characteristics:
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First-innings scores of 175–180+ are winning totals.
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Pitch does not improve for batting in the second innings.
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Defending has been easier here.
Toss Prediction:
Bat first
SA-W vs IRE-W Weather Forecast (Benoni, December 10)
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Conditions: Clear, dry, no rain
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Temperature: 20°C – 25°C
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Excellent weather for cricket throughout the match.
SA-W vs IRE-W 3rd T20 Win Prediction
South Africa is in better form, has a home advantage, and a stronger depth in both departments.
| Team | Winning Chance | Strength |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa Women | 80% | Batting + bowling balance |
| Ireland Women | 20% | Nothing to lose, can play freely |
Prediction:
The team batting first to win the match
