While the Indian men's cricket team is busy with IPL 2025, the Indian women's cricket team is set to participate in a tri-nation ODI series in Sri Lanka, commencing on April 27th. Besides India, the host nation Sri Lanka and South Africa will also be competing in this series.
Sports News: South Africa has announced its 15-member squad for the women's tri-nation ODI series starting April 27th in Sri Lanka. Ahead of their matches against India and the hosts, South Africa surprised everyone by including three new talents in the team. Karabo Meso, Ses’ayani Naidu, and Miyaan Smit have been selected for the senior ODI team for the first time, reflecting the team's long-term planning and player development strategy.
Entry of 3 New Players
Karabo Meso and Ses’ayani Naidu shone in the recently concluded Under-19 T20 World Cup and have now been elevated to the senior team. Naidu is a useful spin all-rounder, while Meso is a wicketkeeper who can also contribute with useful batting in the lower middle order. Miyaan Smit also gets her first opportunity to be part of an ODI squad in this series. Smit was a travelling reserve for the Women's T20 World Cup in the UAE last year and has finally earned a place in the main team.
Players Dropped from the Team
Meanwhile, Nonkululeko Mlaba returns to the team after last featuring in the tour of India last year. However, notable omissions from the squad include Ayanda Hlubi, Mieke de Ridder, and opener Lara Goodall. The selectors' focus on young players clearly indicates the team's shift towards building for the future.
India vs. South Africa: Another Clash
This tri-series promises an exciting contest between three b women's cricket teams: India, Sri Lanka, and South Africa. The Indian team has already announced its squad and appears to be in good form. Therefore, all eyes will be on South Africa's team, a blend of youth and experience, and what they can achieve.
Tri-Nation ODI Series Schedule
• April 27: Sri Lanka vs. India (10:00 AM)
• April 29: India vs. South Africa (10:00 AM)
• May 1: Sri Lanka vs. South Africa (10:00 AM)
• May 4: Sri Lanka vs. India (10:00 AM)
• May 7: South Africa vs. India (10:00 AM)
• May 9: Sri Lanka vs. South Africa (10:00 AM)
• May 11: Final (10:00 AM)
Squads for the Tri-Nation Series
Indian Women's Team for the Tri-Nation Series: Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Smriti Mandhana (Vice-Captain), Pratima Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (Wicketkeeper), Yastika Bhatia (Wicketkeeper), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Kashvee Gautam, Sneha Rana, Arundhati Reddy, Tejal Hasabnis, S. Chani, and Shukhi Upadhyay.
South African Women's Team for the Tri-Nation Series: Laura Wolvaardt (Captain), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (Wicketkeeper), Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ses’ayani Naidu, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Miyaan Smit, and Chloe Tryon.
