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India Women to Tour South Africa for 5 T20Is in April Ahead of T20 World Cup

Cricket South Africa has announced a five-match T20I series between the South Africa and India women's teams, scheduled for April. The series will be played across Durban, Johannesburg, and Benoni, serving as South Africa's final official assignment before the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup. CSA's Enoch Nkwe emphasized the series' importance for testing combinations and readiness under pressure against a top opponent. This will be the first meeting since India's historic victory over South Africa in the final of the 2025 ODI World Cup.

Key Points: South Africa vs India Women's T20I Series Schedule Announced

  • Five-match T20I series in April
  • Key prep for T20 World Cup 2026
  • Venues: Durban, Johannesburg, Benoni
  • Rematch of 2025 ODI WC final
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South Africa Women to host India for five T20Is in April

Cricket South Africa announces a five-match T20I series between South Africa and India women's teams in April, a key warm-up before the T20 World Cup 2026.

"Facing a team of India's quality so close to a World Cup is exactly what the Proteas Women need - Enoch Nkwe"

Johannesburg, Jan 20

Cricket South Africa on Tuesday announced that they will host world champions India for a five-match T20I series, scheduled to take place in Durban, Johannesburg and Benoni from April 17 to 27.

The T20I series begins with two matches at Kingsmead Stadium on April 17 and 19. The action will then shift to the Wanderers Stadium for consecutive games on April 22 and 25. The series will conclude with the fifth and final T20I at Willowmoore Park in Benoni on April 27.

This series will be the Proteas Women's last official assignment before the Women's T20 World Cup 2026, starting on June 12 in England. At the global tournament, South Africa are placed in Group 1 with Australia, Pakistan, India, and two qualifier teams.

"Facing a team of India's quality so close to a World Cup is exactly what the Proteas Women need at this stage of the preparation. It gives them an opportunity to test themselves against a top-level opponent, fine-tune their combinations and ensure they are executing their plans under pressure. This series will play a key role in sharpening the team's readiness ahead of the T20 World Cup," said Enoch Nkwe, CSA's Director of National Teams and High Performance.

This will also be the first international meeting between the two teams since India's 52-run victory over the Laura Wolvaardt-led side in the final of the ODI World Cup in November 2025. Harmanpreet Kaur & Co. scripted history as they clinched their first-ever ICC silverware, ending years of waiting.

South Africa vs India schedule:

1st T20I at Kingsmead, Durban, on April 17

2nd T20I at Kingsmead, Durban, on April 19

3rd T20I at Wanderers, Johannesburg, on April 22

4th T20I at Wanderers, Johannesburg, on April 25

5th T20I at Willowmoore Park, Benoni, on April 27

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good scheduling. Playing in South African conditions before a World Cup in England is smart. The pitches there will be a good test for our batters. Hope they broadcast all matches on free-to-air TV so everyone can watch.
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Aman W
Respect to the South African team, they are always tough at home. But after that ODI final win, our girls have the psychological edge. Should be a cracking series! 5-0 for India? 😉
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living abroad, I'm thrilled! The women's game is getting the attention it deserves. The last final was epic. Hope this series is just as competitive.
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Karthik V
A small critique: I wish BCCI would organize more home series for the women's team as well. Our fans in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore deserve to see the world champions play live too. That said, great to see them touring!
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Nisha Z
This is the boost women's cricket needs. My daughter is so inspired by these players. Let's go, Team India! Make us proud again. The schedule looks good, hope the players stay injury-free.

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