South Africa Women lead the head-to-head against Bangladesh Women 29–4 from 33 completed international matches since 2012. Their rivalry spans 21 ODIs and 14 T20Is across bilateral series, ICC Women’s Championships, and three World Cups. The bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team timeline begins in Dhaka in September 2012 and runs through the most dramatic finish of CWC 2025-a 3-wicket South Africa win off the penultimate ball in Visakhapatnam. Bangladesh have recorded 4 wins-3 in ODIs and 1 in T20Is. The gap is real, but the margins in recent years tell a different story than the win column does.
Master H2H Snapshot
South Africa Women dominate the overall head-to-head across both formats, winning 29 of 33 completed matches. Bangladesh’s 4 wins have all come since 2016, which shows a clear direction of improvement even as the overall record remains lopsided.
| Format | Total Matches | Completed | SA Won | BAN Won | No Result |
| ODIs | 21 | 21 | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| T20Is | 14 | 12 | 11 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 35 | 33 | 29 | 4 | 2 |
| Stat | Detail |
| First match | Sep 10, 2012-Dhaka (T20I) |
| Latest match | Oct 13, 2025-Visakhapatnam (ODI, CWC 2025) |
| Highest ODI total (SA) | 316/4-Benoni, Dec 23, 2023 |
| Highest ODI total (BAN) | 250/3-East London, Dec 16, 2023 |
| Biggest win (SA) | 216 runs-Benoni, Dec 23, 2023 |
| Biggest win (BAN) | 119 runs-East London, Dec 16, 2023 |
| Closest finish | SA won by 3 wickets-Visakhapatnam, Oct 13, 2025 |
| Highest single-match aggregate | 467 runs-CWC 2025 (BAN 232/6 + SA 235/7) |
| Next fixture | June 28, 2026-Lord’s, ICC Women’s T20 WC 2026 |
Complete Series-by-Series Results
The series record shows South Africa winning every bilateral series except the 2023 T20I tour, which ended 1-1 with one match abandoned. That 2023 tour was the first time Bangladesh avoided a series defeat against South Africa in any format.
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| Year | Series/Tournament | Format | Winner | Result |
| 2012 | SA Women tour of Bangladesh | T20I | SA Women | 2–1 |
| 2012 | SA Women tour of Bangladesh | ODI | SA Women | 2–1 |
| 2013/14 | BAN Women tour of South Africa | T20I | SA Women | 3–0 |
| 2013/14 | BAN Women tour of South Africa | ODI | SA Women | 3–0 |
| 2016/17 | ICC Women’s Championship | ODI | SA Women | 4–1 |
| May 2018 | BAN Women tour of South Africa | ODI | SA Women | 5–0 |
| May 2018 | BAN Women tour of South Africa | T20I | SA Women | 3–0 |
| Nov 2018 | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup | T20I | SA Women | 1–0 |
| Mar 2022 | ICC Women’s World Cup | ODI | SA Women | 1–0 |
| Feb 2023 | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup | T20I | SA Women | 1–0 |
| Dec 2023 | BAN Women tour of South Africa | T20I | Drawn | 1–1 (1 NR) |
| Dec 2023 | BAN Women tour of South Africa | ODI | SA Women | 2–1 |
| Oct 2024 | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup | T20I | SA Women | 1–0 |
| Oct 2025 | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 | ODI | SA Women | 1–0 |
Bangladesh Women vs South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team Timeline: Match by Match
The complete match-by-match timeline of the bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team is the most referenced section for fans, analysts, and fantasy cricket players alike. Every result, venue, and margin is listed below in chronological order for both formats.
T20I Match History (2012–2024)
| # | Date | Tournament | Venue | Winner | Margin |
| 1 | Sep 10, 2012 | SA Women tour of BAN | Dhaka | SA Women | 30 runs |
| 2 | Sep 11, 2012 | SA Women tour of BAN | Dhaka | SA Women | 1 run |
| 3 | Sep 13, 2012 | SA Women tour of BAN | Dhaka | BAN Women | 16 runs |
| 4 | Sep 11, 2013 | BAN Women tour of SA | Potchefstroom | SA Women | 4 runs |
| 5 | Sep 13, 2013 | BAN Women tour of SA | Potchefstroom | SA Women | 1 wicket |
| 6 | Sep 14, 2013 | BAN Women tour of SA | Potchefstroom | SA Women | 3 runs |
| 7 | May 17, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Kimberley | SA Women | 17 runs |
| 8 | May 19, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Bloemfontein | SA Women | 32 runs |
| 9 | May 20, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Bloemfontein | SA Women | 23 runs |
| 10 | Nov 19, 2018 | ICC Women’s T20 WC | Gros Islet | SA Women | 30 runs |
| 11 | Feb 21, 2023 | ICC Women’s T20 WC | Cape Town | SA Women | 10 wickets |
| 12 | Dec 3, 2023 | BAN Women tour of SA | Benoni | BAN Women | 13 runs |
| 13 | Dec 6, 2023 | BAN Women tour of SA | Kimberley | No Result | — |
| 14 | Dec 8, 2023 | BAN Women tour of SA | Kimberley | SA Women | 8 wickets |
| 15 | Oct 12, 2024 | ICC Women’s T20 WC | Dubai | SA Women | 7 wickets |
ODI Match History (2012–2025)
The ODI timeline in the Bangladesh women vs South Africa women’s national cricket team rivalry shows South Africa winning 18 of 21 completed matches, with Bangladesh’s three wins all coming since 2016-a sign of structural improvement in their batting and bowling depth.
| # | Date | Series/Tournament | Venue | Winner | Margin |
| 1 | 2012 | SA Women tour of BAN | Dhaka | SA Women | — |
| 2 | 2012 | SA Women tour of BAN | Dhaka | SA Women | — |
| 3 | 2012 | SA Women tour of BAN | Dhaka | BAN Women | — |
| 4 | 2013/14 | BAN Women tour of SA | South Africa | SA Women | — |
| 5 | 2013/14 | BAN Women tour of SA | South Africa | SA Women | — |
| 6 | 2013/14 | BAN Women tour of SA | South Africa | SA Women | — |
| 7 | 2016/17 | ICC Women’s Champ. | Bangladesh | SA Women | — |
| 8 | 2016/17 | ICC Women’s Champ. | Bangladesh | BAN Women | 5 wickets |
| 9 | 2016/17 | ICC Women’s Champ. | Bangladesh | SA Women | — |
| 10 | 2016/17 | ICC Women’s Champ. | Bangladesh | SA Women | — |
| 11 | 2016/17 | ICC Women’s Champ. | Bangladesh | SA Women | — |
| 12 | May 4, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Potchefstroom | SA Women | 106 runs |
| 13 | May 6, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Potchefstroom | SA Women | 9 wickets |
| 14 | May 9, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Kimberley | SA Women | 9 wickets |
| 15 | May 11, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Kimberley | SA Women | 154 runs |
| 16 | May 14, 2018 | BAN Women tour of SA | Bloemfontein | SA Women | 6 wickets |
| 17 | Mar 5, 2022 | ICC Women’s World Cup | Dunedin | SA Women | 32 runs |
| 18 | Dec 16, 2023 | BAN Women tour of SA | East London | BAN Women | 119 runs |
| 19 | Dec 20, 2023 | BAN Women tour of SA | Potchefstroom | SA Women | 8 wickets |
| 20 | Dec 23, 2023 | BAN Women tour of SA | Benoni | SA Women | 216 runs |
| 21 | Oct 13, 2025 | ICC Women’s WC 2025 | Visakhapatnam | SA Women | 3 wickets |
Records: Bangladesh Women vs South Africa Women
The records section of the bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team rivalry covers the individual and team highs across both formats. These are the numbers that appear most in featured snippets and AI-generated cricket summaries.
Team Records
| Record | Score | Match |
| Highest ODI total (SA) | 316/4 in 50 overs | Benoni, Dec 23, 2023 |
| Highest ODI total (BAN) | 250/3 in 50 overs | East London, Dec 16, 2023 |
| Lowest ODI total (BAN-confirmed) | 100 all out | Benoni, Dec 23, 2023 |
| Highest ODI aggregate | 467 runs | CWC 2025, Visakhapatnam |
| Biggest win by SA (ODI) | 216 runs | Benoni, Dec 23, 2023 |
| Biggest win by BAN (ODI) | 119 runs | East London, Dec 16, 2023 |
| Closest finish (all formats) | 3 wickets | CWC 2025, Oct 13, 2025 |
Player Records
| Record | Player | Team | Detail |
| Highest individual ODI score (BAN) | Shorna Akter | BAN | 51* off 34 balls-CWC 2025 |
| Highest individual ODI score (SA) | Chloe Tryon | SA | 62-CWC 2025 |
| Best bowling in an innings (SA) | Ayabonga Khaka | SA | 4/32 in 10 overs-WC 2022, Dunedin |
| Best bowling in an innings (BAN) | Fariha Trisna | BAN | 3/35 in 10 overs-WC 2022, Dunedin |
| Best death-over finish | Nadine de Klerk | SA | 37* off 29 balls-CWC 2025 |
| Most consistent ODI batter (BAN) | Sharmin Akhter | BAN | 50 (CWC 2025), 34 (WC 2022) |
| Most impactful allrounder | Marizanne Kapp | SA | 56 (CWC 2025), Player of Match in 2012 ODI series |
| Most wickets-recent rivalry (BAN) | Nahida Akter | BAN | 2/44 in CWC 2025, most appearances for BAN |
5 Turning Points in the Bangladesh Women vs South Africa Women Rivalry
Five moments define the direction of the bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team rivalry-from the first win in 2012 to the dramatic World Cup finish in 2025.
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Turning Point 1: September 13, 2012-The First Win (Dhaka)
Bangladesh Women beat South Africa by 16 runs in the third T20I at Dhaka. It was the first recorded win for Bangladesh in this rivalry. South Africa won the series 2-1, but Bangladesh had proved they could win at home, in familiar spin-friendly conditions.
Turning Point 2: 2016-First ODI Win (ICC Women’s Championship)
In a 4-1 series defeat, Bangladesh claimed one ODI win by 5 wickets against South Africa during the ICC Women’s Championship at home. This was their first ODI victory in the rivalry and it carried ICC Women’s Championship qualification points-making it the most meaningful win to that point.
Turning Point 3: December 16, 2023-Biggest Win Ever (East London)
Bangladesh posted 250/3 in 50 overs and bowled South Africa out for 131-a 119-run win, their largest margin of victory against South Africa in any format. The win came on South African soil, making it doubly significant. It confirmed that Bangladesh’s batting depth had reached a level where they could compete and win away from home.
Turning Point 4: December 3, 2023-First T20I Win Against South Africa (Benoni)
Bangladesh Women chased 136 and won by 13 runs-their first T20I win against South Africa in any conditions. Combined with the East London ODI win two weeks later, Bangladesh recorded format-first victories in both ODIs and T20Is in the same tour-the most significant week in Bangladesh Women’s cricket history against this opponent.
Turning Point 5: October 13, 2025-Closest Finish in 14 Years (CWC 2025)
Bangladesh posted 232/6-their highest World Cup total against any full-member side-with Sharmin Akhter (50) and Shorna Akter (51*) anchoring the innings. South Africa needed 8 off the final over. Nadine de Klerk hit the winning runs with two balls remaining-SA finished 235/7. The 3-wicket margin is the tightest result in 14 years of this rivalry and the first time a Bangladesh total above 230 was not enough to win.
Top Performers in the Rivalry
The top performers in the Bangladesh women vs South Africa women’s national cricket team timeline are dominated by South Africa’s allrounders and Bangladesh’s improving spin and batting core.
South Africa Women-Key Performers
- Marizanne Kapp-The most impactful player in this rivalry. Multiple Player of Match awards, a crucial 56 in the CWC 2025 chase, and a bowling attack that has regularly broken Bangladesh’s top order
- Chloe Tryon-62 in the CWC 2025, batting Bangladesh out of the match from a position where South Africa were under genuine pressure
- Laura Wolvaardt-Consistent opener, Player of Match in the 2023 East London ODI, despite South Africa losing that game
- Ayabonga Khaka-Best bowling figures in the rivalry: 4/32 in 10 overs at the 2022 World Cup, Dunedin
- Nadine de Klerk-The death-over finisher, her 37* off 29 balls in the final over of CWC 2025 settled the most dramatic match in this rivalry’s history
Bangladesh Women-Key Performers
- Sharmin Akhter-Bangladesh’s most reliable batter in this rivalry, with consistent contributions across World Cups and bilateral series
- Shorna Akter-Fastest ODI fifty for Bangladesh in this rivalry: 51* off 34 balls in CWC 2025
- Nahida Akter–Bangladesh’s most economical bowler against South Africa in recent fixtures, 2/44 in CWC 2025 at an economy of 4.4 per over
- Fariha Trisna-Best bowling by any Bangladesh player in this rivalry: 3/35 in 10 overs at the 2022 World Cup, Dunedin
- Nigar Sultana-Long-serving captain who has led Bangladesh in their most competitive phase against South Africa
Tactical Evolution by Era
The tactical story of the bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team rivalry shows a clear shift-from Bangladesh being comprehensively outplayed in 2016-2018 to posting 230+ and taking the game to the final over in 2025.
| Period | BAN Strength | SA Strength | Defining Factor |
| 2012–2014 | Home spin conditions | Experience, pace depth | SA dominant, BAN competitive only at Dhaka |
| 2016–2018 | Batting platform, Rumana Ahmed | Full-strength squads, ODI depth | Widest margin era, SA winning by 100+ runs regularly |
| 2022–2023 | Sharmin Akhter consistency, Nahida spin | Wolvaardt-Kapp opening partnership | Margins narrowing, BAN posting 170+ in ODIs |
| 2023–2025 | Shorna Akter death hitting, Fariha pace | Tryon-De Klerk pressure finishers | BAN winning individual games, SA winning close ones |
Win Margin Trend by Era
The win margin data is the clearest evidence that the Bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team rivalry has grown more competitive over time, particularly in the 50-over format.
| Era | SA Avg ODI Win Margin | SA T20I Pattern | Context |
| 2012–2014 | Large (100+ runs or 5+ wkts) | Margins of 1–4 runs/wkts | T20Is were tight, ODIs were not |
| 2016–2018 | ~86 runs (avg across 5 ODIs) | 17–32 runs avg | Widest overall gap in rivalry history |
| 2022–2023 | 32 runs (WC 2022) | 10 wickets (WT20 WC 2023) | Mixed-BAN improving but SA still clinical |
| 2023–2025 | 3 wickets (CWC 2025) | 7–8 wickets | ODI margins at historic tightest, T20I gap still significant |
Venue Split
Bangladesh have never beaten South Africa on neutral ground in 7 attempts-all 4 wins have come in home or away bilateral conditions, never on a third-country stage.
| Venue Type | Matches | BAN Wins | SA Wins | NR |
| Home (Bangladesh) | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| Away (South Africa) | 19 | 2 | 15 | 2 |
| Neutral | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
Lord’s on June 28, 2026 will be Bangladesh’s eighth attempt to win on neutral ground against South Africa.
What’s Next: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, Lord’s
The next chapter in the bangladesh women vs south africa women’s national cricket team timeline is scheduled for June 28, 2026 at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London, at 10:30 BST, in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group stage.
Match Context
Both teams are placed in Group 1 alongside Australia, India, Pakistan, and Netherlands. A win in this match carries direct group-stage qualification implications. South Africa are one of the tournament favourites after their CWC 2025 campaign. Bangladesh enter after a credible CWC 2025 showing where they pushed South Africa to the final over.
Tactical Preview
- Bangladesh’s spinners-led by Nahida Akter-will look to use the Lord’s surface, which historically assists variation bowlers in evening conditions
- South Africa’s batting depth, proven under pressure in Visakhapatnam, remains their clearest advantage
- Bangladesh have 0 wins from 7 neutral-venue matches in this rivalry-that stat is the one they will be looking to change on June 28
Key Takeaways
- SA lead the head-to-head 29–4 from 33 completed matches (35 total, 2 no results)
- Bangladesh’s biggest win: 119 runs-East London, December 16, 2023 (BAN posted 250/3, SA dismissed for 131)
- South Africa’s biggest win: 216 runs-Benoni, December 23, 2023 (SA posted 316/4, BAN dismissed for 100)
- Closest finish in rivalry history: SA won by 3 wickets off the penultimate ball-CWC 2025, October 13, 2025
- Bangladesh: 0 wins from 7 matches on neutral ground
- Next match: June 28, 2026-Lord’s, ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: What is the overall head-to-head record between Bangladesh Women and South Africa Women?
A1: South Africa Women lead 29–4 from 33 completed international matches-21 ODIs and 14 T20Is played in total, with 2 T20I no results. South Africa have a win percentage of over 85% in both formats.
Q2: When did the Bangladesh Women vs South Africa Women cricket rivalry begin?
A2: The rivalry began on September 10, 2012, in Dhaka, with the first T20I of a bilateral series. South Africa won that match by 30 runs and went on to win the three-match series 2-1.
Q3: How many times have Bangladesh Women beaten South Africa Women?
A3: Bangladesh Women have won 4 matches in total-3 ODIs and 1 T20I. Their first win came in September 2012 (T20I, Dhaka), their first ODI win in the 2016 ICC Women’s Championship, and their first T20I win on South African soil in December 2023.
Q4: What is Bangladesh Women’s highest score against South Africa Women?
A4: Bangladesh Women posted 250/3 in 50 overs at East London on December 16, 2023-their highest ODI total against South Africa. They won that match by 119 runs, bowling South Africa out for 131.
Q5: What is South Africa Women’s highest score against Bangladesh Women?
A5: South Africa Women posted 316/4 in 50 overs at Benoni on December 23, 2023. They won by 216 runs, dismissing Bangladesh for 100.
Q6: What happened in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 match between Bangladesh and South Africa?
A6: South Africa beat Bangladesh by 3 wickets at Visakhapatnam on October 13, 2025. Bangladesh posted 232/6 with Sharmin Akhter (50) and Shorna Akter (51*). South Africa chased 233 in 49.3 overs, with Chloe Tryon (62), Marizanne Kapp (56), and Nadine de Klerk (37*) completing the chase off the penultimate ball.
Q7: When is the next Bangladesh Women vs South Africa Women match?
A7: June 28, 2026 at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London, at 10:30 BST-Group stage of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Q8: Has Bangladesh Women ever beaten South Africa Women in a World Cup?
A8: No. Bangladesh Women have played South Africa Women in four World Cup matches-ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2018, 2023, 2024, and ICC Women’s World Cup 2022 and 2025-and lost all five. The closest result was the 3-wicket defeat in CWC 2025.
Q9: Who are the top run-scorers for Bangladesh Women against South Africa Women?
A9: Sharmin Akhter is Bangladesh’s most consistent batter in this rivalry, with key contributions across multiple World Cup appearances and bilateral series. Shorna Akter holds the highest individual Bangladesh score in this fixture with her 51* off 34 balls in CWC 2025.
Q10: Which venue has been most used in the Bangladesh Women vs South Africa Women series?
A10: South Africa has hosted the most matches, with venues including Potchefstroom, Benoni, Kimberley, Bloemfontein, and East London. Bangladesh is hosted primarily in Dhaka. The rivalry has also seen matches in Gros Islet (West Indies), Cape Town, Dunedin, Dubai, and Visakhapatnam at neutral ICC events.