England have continued their dominance over South Africa in women’s cricket, proving once again why they remain one of the most consistent sides across all formats. Their recent performance in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 further strengthened that reputation.
South Africa, meanwhile, have shown flashes of brilliance but have struggled to consistently challenge England’s depth and balance. They’ve fought hard for their limited wins, making the contests intense and competitive.
Take, for instance, South Africa’s narrow six-run victory in the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup semi-final — one of their finest moments. But England bounced back strongly in 2025, crushing South Africa by 10 wickets in the league stage encounter in Guwahati.
That result summed up England’s control in this rivalry. With star players delivering in all departments, England remain firm favourites heading into the knockout stage of the tournament.
In the Women’s World Cup head-to-head record, England lead 7-2 over South Africa and will now meet them again in the first semi-final of the 2025 edition on October 29 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
On that note, here’s the head-to-head timeline between England and South Africa, along with player lists and historical highlights.
England Women’s National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team Players (2025)
| Role | England Women | South Africa Women |
|---|---|---|
| Captain | Nat Sciver-Brunt | Laura Wolvaardt |
| Batters | Tammy Beaumont, Sophia Dunkley, Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits |
| All-Rounders | Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Emma Lamb | Anneke Bosch, Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon |
| Wicketkeepers | Amy Jones | Sinalo Jafta, Karabo Meso |
| Bowlers | Lauren Bell, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Filer | Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune |
Read Also:- South Africa Women’s World Cup 2025 Squad
England Women vs South Africa women’s national Cricket Team Timeline
| Year | Match | Format | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ENG-W vs SA-W, 4th ODI (Women’s World Cup) | ODI | Guwahati | England Women won by 10 wickets |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, Only Test | Test | Bloemfontein | England Women won by 286 runs |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, 3rd ODI | ODI | Potchefstroom | England Women won by 6 wickets |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, 2nd ODI | ODI | Durban | England Women won by 6 wickets |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, 1st ODI | ODI | Kimberley | South Africa Women won by 6 wickets |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, 3rd T20I | T20I | Centurion | England Women won by 9 wickets |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, 2nd T20I | T20I | Benoni | England Women won by 36 runs |
| 2024 | SA-W vs ENG-W, 1st T20I | T20I | East London | England Women won by 4 wickets |
| 2024 | Women’s T20 World Cup | T20I | Sharjah | England Women won by 7 wickets |
| 2023 | Women’s T20 World Cup Semi-Final | T20I | Cape Town | South Africa Women won by 6 runs |
| 2022 | Commonwealth Games | T20I | Birmingham | England Women won by 26 runs |
Notable Records and Highlights
Test Cricket
- England lead 3-0 over South Africa in women’s Tests.
- Their biggest Test win came in 2024, by 286 runs, with Sciver-Brunt, Bouchier, and Knight starring with the bat and Lauren Bell picking 8 wickets.
- Top run-scorer: Nat Sciver-Brunt (334 runs)
- Top wicket-taker: Anne Sanders (17 wickets)
ODI Cricket
- England lead 36-10 against South Africa in women’s ODIs.
- England’s recent 10-wicket win in Guwahati (Women’s World Cup 2025) was one of the most dominant results of the tournament.
- Top run-scorer: Charlotte Edwards (1318 runs)
- Top wicket-taker: Marizanne Kapp (29 wickets)
T20I Cricket
- England dominate T20Is too, with a 23-4 record.
- South Africa’s best moment remains their semi-final win in the 2023 T20 World Cup.
- Top run-scorer: Charlotte Edwards (541 runs)
- Top wicket-taker: Anya Shrubsole (19 wickets)
Read Also:- England Women’s World Cup 2025 Squad
Top Players in ENG-W vs SA-W Rivalry
Batting: Charlotte Edwards, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Laura Wolvaardt, Tammy Beaumont, Lizelle Lee
Bowling: Anya Shrubsole, Marizanne Kapp, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith
England Women Women’s National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team standings
Here’s how both teams stood in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 points table before qualifying for the semi-finals:
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | England Women (Q) | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 | +1.233 |
| 3 | South Africa Women (Q) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 10 | -0.379 |
Upcoming Schedule (Women’s World Cup 2025)
England Women vs South Africa Women – Women’s World Cup 2025 Match Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 29, 2025 | 1st Semi-Final: England Women vs South Africa Women | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati | 3:00 PM |
Where to Watch Women’s World Cup 2025 – Broadcasting and Live Streaming Info
Telecast: Star Sports Network
Live Stream: JioHotstar
With both teams now qualified for the semi-finals, fans can expect another exciting contest. England will aim to maintain their unbeaten streak against South Africa in 2025, while the Proteas will be desperate to turn the tables and secure a spot in the grand final.
