IND-W vs SA-W 2026: CSA Announces Revised Schedule for India Women Tour To South Africa, Adds 3 T20Is
Cricket South Africa announced today that three T20 Internationals have been added to the India Women's multi-format tour of South Africa in December 2026. The revised schedule now includes a Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is, with matches set for December 26, 29, and 30 in Benoni and Potchefstroom, serving as crucial preparation for the 2027 ICC Women's.
Cricket South Africa (CSA) today confirmed a significant enhancement to the India Women's multi-format tour of the country, with three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) now concluding the festive cricketing calendar in December 2026. The series, initially comprising a one-off Test and three One-Day Internationals (ODIs), will now run until December 30, providing both nations with vital preparation ahead of the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy in Sri Lanka in February 2027. Head Coach Gautam Gambhir Urges Team India To Be 'Ready With Every Answer' Ahead of IND vs SL 2026 Test Series (Watch Video).
Revised Schedule for IND-W vs SA-W 2026
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The Proteas Women’s summer against India just got even bigger! 🇿🇦🔥🇮🇳
The inbound tour will now conclude with a thrilling three-match T20I series, including a Boxing Day showdown, giving both teams the perfect opportunity to fine-tune their preparations… pic.twitter.com/F0weHHp98L
— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) August 6, 2026
The announcement was made by CSA on Thursday, August 6, 2026, outlining a packed schedule that promises high-stakes action across all three formats. The addition underscores the growing importance of women's T20 cricket and the strategic intent to fine-tune squads for upcoming ICC events.
"We are delighted to confirm the revised schedule for India's tour of South Africa, with the addition of the T20 International series over the festive period, ensuring our Proteas Women have the best possible preparation ahead of the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy in Sri Lanka early next year," stated Pholetsi Moseki, CSA Chief Executive Officer. "India remain one of the strongest teams in world cricket, and the opportunity to compete against them across all three formats will provide invaluable competition as we continue building towards another major ICC event." India vs Sri Lanka 2026 Test Series Full Schedule and Time Table.
Revised Tour Schedule
The multi-format series kicks off with the red-ball fixture, followed by the ICC Women's Championship (IWC) ODIs, and will now culminate in the newly added T20Is.
| Match Type | Date | Venue | Start Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Only Test | Dec 9-12, 2026 | Dafabet St George's Park, Gqeberha | 10:00 AM |
| 1st ODI | Dec 16, 2026 | Boland Park, Paarl | 10:00 AM |
| 2nd ODI | Dec 19, 2026 | Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town | 2:00 PM |
| 3rd ODI | Dec 22, 2026 | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein | 2:00 PM |
| 1st T20I | Dec 26, 2026 | Willowmoore Park, Benoni | TBC (SAST, UTC+2) |
| 2nd T20I | Dec 29, 2026 | NWC Oval, Potchefstroom | TBC (SAST, UTC+2) |
| 3rd T20I | Dec 30, 2026 | NWC Oval, Potchefstroom | TBC (SAST, UTC+2) |
Recent Form and Head-to-Head
India and South Africa recently clashed in a five-match T20I series in April 2026, which served as preparation for the Women's T20 World Cup. South Africa emerged victorious in that series, winning 4-1. India later participated in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in June, where captain Harmanpreet Kaur made history by becoming the first cricketer, male or female, to play 200 T20Is during India's World Cup clash against South Africa. These encounters highlight the competitive rivalry between the two cricketing nations.
The addition of these T20Is not only extends an already exciting tour but also provides a crucial platform for both teams to fine-tune their strategies and combinations in the shortest format, setting the stage for a compelling end to the cricketing year and vital preparation for the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy next year.
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