The Indian women's cricket team is set to begin a crucial five-match T20 International (T20I) series against South Africa today, Friday, 17 April. The opening fixture takes place at the Kingsmead Cricket Ground in Durban, marking the final major assignment for both nations before the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup commences in June. Currently ranked third in the ICC world rankings, India enters the series as favourites against the fifth-ranked Proteas. You can follow the Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Scorecard.

Where to Watch IND-W vs SA-W 1st T20I 2026?

Cricket fans in India can watch the live telecast on the Star Sports Network, which will provide coverage in multiple languages on Star Sports 3 and Star Sports Khel TV Channels. For digital viewers, the match will be available for live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website. 

In South Africa, SuperSport remains the official broadcaster, offering both television and digital streaming through its DStv platform.

Match Fact

Category Details
Fixture India Women vs South Africa Women, 1st T20I
Date Friday, 17 April 2026
Venue Kingsmead Cricket Ground, Durban
Time 21:30 IST / 18:00 SAST
TV (India) Star Sports 3 and Star Sports Khel
Live Stream (India) JioHotstar
TV (South Africa) SuperSport
Key Debutant Anushka Sharma (India)

India Women vs South Africa Women Team news

India, led by regular skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, has introduced fresh energy into the squad with a maiden call-up for 22-year-old batter Anushka Sharma. Sharma impressed during the recent Women's Premier League (WPL), finishing as the top Indian run-scorer for the Gujarat Giants. The squad also sees the return of wicketkeeper Uma Chetry and the inclusion of fast bowler Kashvee Gautam.

South Africa, captained by Laura Wolvaardt, will have to manage without the experience of Marizanne Kapp and Dane van Niekerk, both of whom are sidelined with injuries. The hosts will rely heavily on the pace of Ayabonga Khaka and the spin of Nonkululeko Mlaba to counter a formidable Indian top order featuring Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma

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