Pakistan Women vs South Africa Women 2nd ODI Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between PAK-W vs SA-W ODI match?

After a disappointing loss in the series opener, Pakistan Women will take on South Africa Women in the second match of the three-match ODI series on September 19 in Lahore. 

Pakistan Women

Pakistan Women were doing well in their recent ODI series until they met South Africa. Their five-match unbeaten streak was broken with an 8-wicket defeat against the South Africa Women's team on Tuesday. They posted 255 for 4 in their first innings with the help of Sidra Amin's century (121) and Muneeba Ali's half-century (76). But the hosts, with poor bowling, failed to restrict the Proteas Women under the target. However, with two matches to go, Pakistan will look to bounce back in the second match and keep the series alive.

South Africa Women

South African women have been a dominant force in the 50-over format in recent times under the leadership of Laura Wolvaardt. They defeated Pakistan Women by 8 wickets, thanks to the stellar centuries from the batting duo Marizanne Kapp (121) and Tazmin Brits (101). They stitched the third-highest partnership for South Africa in the ODIs and clinched a comfortable victory. Earlier in the bowling, Ayabonga Khaka was the only bowler to take two wickets, while Tume Sukhikune took one. With the upcoming Women's ODI World Cup in mind, the Proteas Women will be eyeing a good preparation ahead of the marquee event.

PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI Match Details

PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI Pitch Report

The surface at Gadaffi Stadium, Lahore, is poised to help batters with good bounce and carry, favouring aggressive stroke makers, especially in the first innings. During the start of the game, fast bowlers can find some movement with the new ball, but as the game progresses, the surface tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play during the middle overs. 

PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI Weather Report

The weather is expected to remain clear and hot throughout the entire match, with no rain predicted for the match. The temperature is likely to be around 32-35°C. 

PAK-W vs SA-W Head-to-Head Records

PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI Probable XI

• Pakistan Women: Fatima Sana (c), Muneeba Ali Siddiqui, Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Ramim Shamim, Nashra Sandhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Sidra Nawaz, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin

• South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Ayabonga Khaka, Miane Smit, Nondumiso Shangase, Marizanne Kapp, Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Tumi Sekhukune, Sune Luus

Players To Watch Out For In PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI Match

• Sidra Amin | PAK-W: The 33-year-old right-hand opening batter is one of the best players for the team in recent times. In just 75 ODI matches, she has collected 2099 runs, including five centuries and 11 half-centuries. She played one of the best centuries of her career in the first ODI match, remaining unbeaten on 121. She is one such player to watch out for in this match.

• Tazmin Brits | SA-W: The 34-year-old right-hand batter is one of the best anchoring players for the team, and her stats are proof of it. She has played 38 ODI matches and has scored 1248 runs, scoring her fifth century in her ODI career in the opening match of this series. She will look to keep her form going. 

PAK-W vs SA-W 2nd ODI Toss Prediction

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

• In the last four ODI matches played at this venue, the teams that won the toss have opted to bat on all four occasions.

Advantages of Batting First on This Pitch

• The team batting second at this venue has won 34 out of 74 matches here, and teams batting first have won 37 matches here. This trend suggests that teams should prefer to bat first on this surface to get maximum benefits. 

PAK-W vs SA-W Today's Match Scenario

Scenario 1

• Toss Winner: Pakistan Women (opts to bat first)
• Power-Play Score: 38-45
• PAK-W Total: 240-250
• Match Winner: South Africa Women

Scenario 2

• Toss Winner: South Africa Women (opts to bat first)
• Power-Play Score: 47-52
• SA-W Total: 270-290
• Match Winner: South Africa Women

Who will win today's PAK-W vs SA-W ODI match?

South Africa dominantly registered a clean victory in the first ODI match and would be eyeing to seal the series. Moreover, they are ahead in the head-to-head faceoffs. Pakistan Women batted well in the first match, but their bowling seems dull. If they can improve, then it will be good. But South Africa Women are likely to win this match and seal the series.