India Women and South Africa Women have shared a competitive rivalry in One Day Internationals over the years. From crucial World Cup battles to recent close contests, both teams have shown remarkable performances and fighting spirit. Here’s a look at their ODI head-to-head record, World Cup meetings, and the outcomes of their last 5 ODI matches, updated after their latest World Cup 2025 clash in Visakhapatnam.
Overall Head-to-Head in ODIs INDW vs SAW
India Women have historically held the upper hand in their ODI encounters against South Africa Women. Since their first meeting in 1997, they have played 34 matches, with India winning 20, South Africa winning 13, and 1 match ending with no result. South Africa’s recent win in the 2025 World Cup shows how close this rivalry has become.
Head-to-Head Record Summary:
| Team | Span | Matches | Won | Lost | Tied | No Result | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 1997–2025 | 35 | 21 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 61.76% |
| South Africa Women | 1997–2025 | 35 | 13 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 38.24% |
India’s dominance in this rivalry has slightly narrowed after South Africa’s latest victory in Visakhapatnam, powered by Nadine de Klerk’s heroic knock.
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ODI World Cup Clashes: IND-W vs SA-W
In Women’s ODI World Cups, both teams have produced unforgettable encounters. India have won most of their previous World Cup meetings, but South Africa struck back in 2025 with a sensational 3‑wicket win in Visakhapatnam to stay alive in the tournament.
- India’s consistent record in World Cup clashes helped them dominate earlier editions.
- South Africa’s latest victory in 2025, led by Nadine de Klerk’s unbeaten 84, marked one of their finest World Cup chases.
The rivalry has now become one of the most balanced in recent times, especially on neutral and subcontinental pitches.
Last 5 ODI Match Results: IND-W vs SA-W
The last five ODIs between India and South Africa Women include both bilateral series games and key World Cup encounters. Here’s how they unfolded, with the latest result from Visakhapatnam included:
| Match | Winner | Margin | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India Womens | 54 Runs | DY Patel | 2 Nov 2025 |
| 2 | South Africa Women | 3 wickets | Visakhapatnam | 9 Oct 2025 |
| 3 | India Women | 23 runs | Colombo (RPS) | 7 May 2025 |
| 4 | India Women | 15 runs | Colombo (RPS) | 29 Apr 2025 |
| 5 | India Women | 6 wickets | Bengaluru | 23 Jun 2024 |
Key Highlights:
- India Women had won five straight ODIs before South Africa ended the streak in October 2025 with a thrilling 3‑wicket win.
- Richa Ghosh scored a record 94 off 77 balls in that match — the highest score at No.8 in Women’s World Cup history.
- Nadine de Klerk’s unbeaten 84* off 54 balls guided South Africa to their highest successful chase against India in World Cups.
- India still lead the recent 5‑match record 4–1, showing the overall edge remains with them.
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Matchup Analysis & Current Form
- India’s Strengths: Experienced top order, reliable bowling unit, and consistent middle‑order run support from Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur.
- South Africa’s Strengths: Strong finishing power from Nadine de Klerk, balanced pace‑spin attack, and leadership from Laura Wolvaardt.
- Momentum: South Africa’s win in Visakhapatnam gives them a timely boost, breaking India’s winning streak and improving their World Cup points tally.
Conclusion
The India vs South Africa rivalry in women’s ODIs remains one of the most exciting contests in modern cricket. India still lead the overall record, but South Africa’s latest victory proved they can chase down any total under pressure. As the 2025 World Cup continues, both teams remain in strong contention for the semi‑finals — and fans can expect more thrilling battles ahead.
