New Zealand Women’s National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team Match: New Zealand Women will look to extend their lead in the five-match T20I series when they face South Africa Women in the second match at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The hosts hold a 1-0 lead after registering a commanding 80-run victory in the opening match at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Sunday.
Batting first in the first T20I, New Zealand posted a strong total of 190 for 7 in their 20 overs, thanks to half-centuries from Georgia Plimmer and captain Amelia Kerr. The duo anchored the innings and helped the hosts set a challenging target. In response, South Africa struggled to build momentum and managed 110 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Although Sophie Devine was dismissed cheaply with the bat, she played a decisive role with the ball, claiming four wickets to lead New Zealand to a comfortable win.
The victory gave the White Ferns a strong start to the five-match series, and another win in Hamilton would give them a 2-0 lead. South Africa, meanwhile, will aim to bounce back and level the contest.
Weather forecast
Weather conditions in Hamilton are expected to be pleasant and sunny. The temperature is forecast to reach around 22 degrees Celsius, with a low of about 11 degrees later in the day. Light southerly winds are expected, and the chance of rain remains minimal.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Seddon Park is expected to favor batting, though early assistance for the fast bowlers with the new ball could play a crucial role in shaping the match.
Squads:
South Africa Women Squad: Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt(c), Annerie Dercksen, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Kayla Reyneke, Sinalo Jafta(w), Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayanda Hlubi, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune, Dane van Niekerk
New Zealand Women Squad: Georgia Plimmer, Isabella Gaze(w), Amelia Kerr(c), Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Suzie Bates, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Nensi Patel, Polly Ingli
Probable playing XIs
New Zealand Women Probable Playing XI: Isabella Gaze (wk), Georgia Plimmer, Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr (captain), Suzie Bates, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing.
South Africa Women Probable Playing XI: Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Annerie Dercksen, Kayla Reyneke, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas.
Broadcast and Live Streaming
In India, the match will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network. Live streaming will be available on SonyLIV, FanCode, and Amazon Prime Video.