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Cricket News / Crictoday / October 27

Laura Wolvaardt replaces Smriti Mandhana as No.1 ODI batter

Laura Wolvaardt has replaced Smriti Mandhana at the top of the ICC Women's ODI batting rankings, with Harmanpreet Kaur climbing two places to eighth in the latest update released on Tuesday (October 27, 2026).  Mandhana lost the No.

Cricket News / CricketGully / October 27

Laura Wolvaardt Reclaims No. 1 Spot, Smriti Mandhana Slips in ICC ODI Rankings

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt has taken back the number one spot in the ICC Women's ODI batting rankings after India's Smriti Mandhana slipped to second place in the latest rankings update after a quiet start to the home series against Zimbabwe.

Cricket News / CricketGully / September 17

South Africa star cricketer etched name in history breaking this world record

Laura Wolvaardt, the captain of the South Africa women's team, entered the history books, making the world record of scoring the most runs in the Women's T20 Internationals in a calendar year while scoring a century against Zimbabwe on September 15.

Cricket News / Crictoday / September 17

Laura Wolvaardt rewrites the WT20I record books, clinches top spot

South Africa women’s cricket team skipper Laura Wolvaardt entered the record books on Tuesday. She broke the world record for most runs in WT20Is in a calendar year.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / September 11

ZIM-W vs SA-W, 1st T20I, Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Zimbabwe Women and South Africa Women?

Zimbabwe Women and South Africa Women are set to face each other in the first T20I of the South Africa Women tour of Zimbabwe 2026 at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

Cricket News / CricTracker / September 10
Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between ZIM W vs SA W?

Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between ZIM W vs SA W?

Zimbabwe Women will take on South Africa Women in the first T20I of the five-match series on Friday, September 11, at the Queen Sports Club in Bulawayo.

Cricket News / CricTracker / September 9

'It's very special for us' – South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt looking forward to historic T20I series vs Zimbabwe

South Africa will travel to Bulawayo for a historic five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, marking the first time the two neighbouring African nations have faced each other at senior international level in women's cricket.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / September 9

'Very special for us': South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt expresses excitement for historic T20I series against Zimbabwe

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt is looking forward to a historic moment as the Proteas prepare to face Zimbabwe in a five-match T20I series from September 11 to 19.

Cricket News / CricTracker / September 3
Sinalo Jafta ruled out of Zimbabwe tour as Filander earns maiden SA call-up

Sinalo Jafta ruled out of Zimbabwe tour as Filander earns maiden SA call-up

South Africa have made a late change to their squad for the upcoming Zimbabwe tour after wicketkeeper-batter Sinalo Jafta was ruled out with a hamstring injury sustained during pre-tour testing.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / August 19

South Africa unveil strong 15-member squad for historic Women’s T20I series against Zimbabwe

South Africa Women are set to embark on a historic tour of Zimbabwe next month, with the Proteas naming a 15-member squad for a five-match T20I series in Bulawayo.

Cricket News / CricTracker / August 19
South Africa announce squad for historic Zimbabwe T20I tour

South Africa announce squad for historic Zimbabwe T20I tour

South Africa Women have named a 15-member squad for a historic tour of Zimbabwe, where the two sides will contest a five-match T20I series from September 11 to 19 at Queen's Sports Club in Bulawayo.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / July 17

Aiden Markram and Laura Wolvaardt headline Cricket South Africa Awards 2026 with top honours

The glamorous Sandton Convention Centre transformed into a theatre of celebration last night as Cricket South Africa (CSA) hosted its annual awards ceremony.

Cricket News / Crictoday / July 2

England vs South Africa 2nd Semi-Final: Who Won the Toss Today? – ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Toss Update

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt has won the toss and elected to bowl against England in the second semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Cricket News / CricTracker / July 2
'It's not like I've forgotten how to bat' - Laura Wolvaardt confident of return to form in Women's T20 World Cup semi-final vs England

'It's not like I've forgotten how to bat' - Laura Wolvaardt confident of return to form in Women's T20 World Cup semi-final vs England

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt has admitted that her side's batting is yet to fire at the Women's T20 World Cup 2026, ahead of their semi-final against hosts England at The Oval in London on Thursday, July 2.

Cricket News / CricTracker / June 29
‘They’ve been excellent’ - Laura Wolvaardt backs South Africa’s bowling attack to silence England in Women’s T20 World Cup Semi-final

‘They’ve been excellent’ - Laura Wolvaardt backs South Africa’s bowling attack to silence England in Women’s T20 World Cup Semi-final

South Africa Women captain Laura Wolvaardt has expressed confidence in her side’s experienced bowling attack ahead of their high-stakes ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final against hosts England women.

Cricket News / CricketGully / June 13

Watch: Laura Wolvaardt Pulls Off Brilliant Catch to End Georgia Wareham's Important Knock in AUS W vs SA W T20 WC Clash

It is like an amazing fielding play by Laura Wolvaardt during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 game that took place between the teams of Australia Women and South Africa in Manchester at the venue of Old Trafford and it did make all the difference.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / April 28

Laura Wolvaardt sizzles in 5th Women’s T20I as South Africa finish series with 4-1 triumph over India

South Africa Women ended the five-match T20I series against India Women in dominant fashion, defeating the visitors by 23 runs in the fifth and final match at Willowmoore Park.

Cricket News / CricketGully / April 27

Laura Wolvaardt breaks record for most runs in women's T20I series

Laura Wolvaardt set a new benchmark in women’s T20I cricket by recording the highest aggregate in a bilateral series, surpassing Hayley Matthews during the fifth match against India women's national cricket team at Willowmoore Park on April 27.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / April 26

Laura Wolvaardt’s ton subjects India to series defeat

The third T20I between South Africa and India went along expected lines after the hosts had pocketed the first two games. India batted first and set the Proteas a target.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / April 23

Laura Wolvaardt’s brilliant century helps South Africa beat India in 3rd Women’s T20I to seal the series

South Africa Women continued their commanding run in the T20I series with a resounding nine-wicket victory over India Women in the third match at The Wanderers Stadium.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / April 19

Laura Wolvaardt and Sune Luus lead South Africa to a dominant win over India in the 2nd Women’s T20I

The scenic Kingsmead Cricket Ground in Durban played host to a masterclass in clinical T20 cricket on Sunday, as South Africa Women came back again in style against India Women.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / April 18

Laura Wolvaardt, Annerie Dercksen and Ayabonga Khaka star as South Africa cruise past India in 1st Women’s T20I

South African Women’s team made a resounding statement in the opening match of the T20I series against India, securing a clinical six-wicket victory at Kingsmead, Durban, on Friday.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / February 14

Wolvaardt, Khaka chaperone South Africa to series win

Ayabonga Khaka’s potent spell and an unbeaten 40 off 29 from captain Laura Wolvaardt ushered South Africa to a six-wicket win over Pakistan in the rain-affected second T20I in Benoni.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 17

WPL 2026 : Lauren Bell dismisses Lizelle Lee and Laura Wolvaardt in fiery opening spell during DC vs RCB clash

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women produced a commanding bowling display against Delhi Capitals Women in the 11th match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 17

Laura Wolvaardt: Net Worth, Total Earnings, Endorsements & Lifestyle

Laura Wolvaardt is amongst the most recognised women cricketers not only in South African cricket but also on the International circuit. Currently, the right-handed batter is the captain of the South African women’s cricket team.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 12

Muthusamy, Wolvaardt Win ICC Players Of The Month Award For October 2025

ICC World Test Championship: South African duo of spinner Senuran Muthusamy and skipper Laura Wolvaardt have been named winners of the ICC Players of the Month awards for October 2025, following standout performances in Tests and Women’s ODI World Cup, respectively.

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