Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Match 3, AUS-W vs SA-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Match Between Australia Women Vs South Africa Women?

Australia Women vs South Africa Women, 3rd Match, June 13 at Old Trafford, Manchester Australia remain one of the tournament’s leading contenders even after a change in leadership, while South Africa are eager to keep up over the last few years when they have established themselves as arguably the second-best side in women’s cricket.

Placed in the challenging Group A, both teams will be keen to open their campaign with a vital three points. Two world-class lineups on either side will ensure a quality battle between the two arch-rivals.

Match Details

Old Trafford, Manchester Pitch Report

Historically, T20 cricket at Old Trafford has produced an even wicket. Powerplay is good for batters as it offers decent pace and bounce, whereas spinners are most successful in the second half. Swing it or seam it, strip the ball and use hard lengths: everything and more is made for fast bowlers with length that leaves assistance in all four corners of the field.

The venue tends to yield first-innings scores in the 145-155 range in women’s T20 matches. Teams winning the toss may opt to bowl first and judge the conditions under lights.

Australia Women vs South Africa Women Head-to-Head Record

Australia Women vs South Africa Women Probable Playing XI

Australia Women

1. Beth Mooney (WK)
2. Georgia Voll
3. Phoebe Litchfield
4. Ellyse Perry
5. Tahlia McGrath
6. Annabel Sutherland
7. Grace Harris
8. Sophie Molineux (C)
9. Alana King
10. Megan Schutt
11. Darcie Brown

South Africa Women

1. Laura Wolvaardt (C)
2. Tazmin Brits
3. Anneke Bosch
4. Marizanne Kapp
5. Chloe Tryon
6. Sune Luus
7. Nadine de Klerk
8. Mieke de Ridder (WK)
9. Nonkululeko Mlaba
10. Ayabonga Khaka
11. Shabnim Ismail

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Beth Mooney (Australia Women)

Beth Mooney is still one of the most reliable batters in women’s T20 cricket. She is Australia’s largest batting threat, both with her ability to anchor the innings but do so at a competitive run rate. Mooney has experience of ICC tournaments, and her adaptability to English conditions could prove pivotal.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Shabnim Ismail (South Africa Women)

The veteran speedster continues to have one of the fastest deliveries in women’s cricket. Even the best batting line-ups can find Ismail’s pace and movement with the new ball a handful. Early wickets can try and put Australia on the backfoot in her radar full of South Africa

Australia Women vs South Africa Women Match Prediction

Scenario 1

Australia Women bat first

• Powerplay Score: 40-50
• First Innings Total: 155-170
• Predicted Winner: Australia Women

Scenario 2

South Africa Women bat first

• Powerplay Score: 35-45
• First Innings Total: 140-155
• Predicted Winner: Australia Women

Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Australia Women are understandably favourites, given their incredible squad strength, wealth of ICC tournament experience and comfortable record against South Africa. Although South Africa have match-winning weapons like Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp and Shabnim Ismail; Australia’s strong batting you will definitely feel they have a slight upper hand.

Winning Probability

• Australia Women: 65%
• South Africa Women: 35%

Predicted Winner

Australia Women to win Match 3 of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Where to Watch Australia Women vs South Africa Women 3rd Match – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

Cricket fans will be able to follow Australia Women vs South Africa Women 3rd Match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 live vision on television from official tournament broadcasters in their regions. The match will be telecast on Star Sports channels in India while JioHotstar will provide live streaming. It is set to be played at Old Trafford, Manchester on 13 June 2026 in Group A. Fans can track live scores alongside ball-by-ball commentary, scorecards, and match updates on ICC, Cricbuzz, and ESPNcricinfo.

Disclaimer

This prediction is based on team form, player availability, historical records, and match conditions. Cricket is an unpredictable sport, and the final result may differ from the analysis provided above.

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