Who Will Win Today’s South Africa Women vs West Indies Women 3rd ODI 2025 Prediction – 17th June

The much-anticipated South Africa Women vs West Indies Women 3rd ODI match will decide the series winner. The South Africa Women vs West Indies Women prediction becomes crucial as both sides are locked at 1-1 going into this final match of the three-game ODI series. Scheduled to be held on Tuesday, 17th June 2025 at the Three Ws Oval, Bridgetown, this fixture promises to be a cracking decider. With South Africa bouncing back in the second ODI after a DLS-affected loss in the first, momentum favors the visitors. But playing at home, West Indies Women can’t be written off. Cricketwebs provides 100% accurate match prediction tips, and today’s SAW vs WIW 3rd ODI prediction is detailed below.

Match Details

Team Previews

West Indies Women – Team Preview

West Indies Women, led by Hayley Matthews, showed grit in the 1st ODI but lost control in the 2nd. The inconsistency in the batting order continues to hurt them. While Hayley Matthews, Stafanie Taylor, and Shemaine Campbelle have shown glimpses of form, the middle-order collapses remain a concern. Qiana Joseph has provided early starts but hasn’t converted them. Their bowling unit is heavily reliant on Matthews and Ramharack, but the absence of consistent middle-overs containment has led to conceding high totals.

Their performance at home does give them a slight edge. Historically, they’ve had better success in the Caribbean, but their 3-1 loss in the last five ODIs to South Africa exposes their struggle against pace-spin balance. For this decider, more will be expected from Alleyne, Fletcher, and Henry, especially with the ball. They must contain South Africa’s aggressive middle order and pick timely wickets.

South Africa Women – Team Preview

South Africa Women, after a narrow loss in the opener, stormed back in the second ODI. Sune Luus’s masterclass and Mlaba’s 4-fer were game-changers. With key players like Marizanne Kapp, Laura Wolvaardt, and Luus in form, their batting lineup looks more settled. Add to that the finishing power of Chloe Tryon and the all-round strength of Nadine de Klerk, the team carries depth.

Bowling-wise, Nonkululeko Mlaba has been outstanding. With support from Khaka, Sekhukhune, and Ayanda Hlubi, they’ve covered both pace and spin bases well. Their fielding, too, has been a notch above West Indies, creating pressure moments. With superior head-to-head stats and balanced performances in both matches, South Africa looks more stable and better poised to clinch the series in this decider.

Probable Playing XIs

West Indies Women:
Hayley Matthews (c), Qiana Joseph, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Stafanie Taylor, Aaliyah Alleyne, Chinelle Henry, Karishma Ramharack, Afy Fletcher, Shabika Gajnabi, Mandy Mangru, Jannillea Glasgow

South Africa Women:
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune, Ayanda Hlubi

South Africa Women vs West Indies Women Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction – 17th June

Fantasy Analysis:

• Captain Pick: Hayley Matthews – consistent with both bat and ball.
• Vice-Captain Pick: Marizanne Kapp – experience and versatility make her valuable.
• Players to Avoid: Realeanna Grimmond (low impact), Tazmin Brits (inconsistent returns).

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Favourite Team in Today’s Match

South Africa Women are our favorites to win this high-stakes third ODI. Their performance in the second game, where they dominated with both bat and ball, showcased their depth and adaptability. Players like Sune Luus and Mlaba have stepped up when it mattered most, and the team’s overall fielding and tactical awareness seem superior. The top order has delivered more consistently compared to the West Indies, and their bowling attack has found ways to break partnerships. Their experience playing across varied conditions and stronger bench depth give them an advantage in must-win games. West Indies, while dangerous on home soil, lack middle-order resilience and often depend too much on Matthews and Taylor. Unless they find early breakthroughs and restrict runs, it’s going to be tough to contain South Africa’s momentum.

Pitch & Weather Report

• Pitch: Balanced surface; early swing for pacers and turn for spinners in middle overs.
• Average 1st Innings Score: 240+
• Weather: Light cloud cover expected. No rain threat. 26°C to 30°C

Broadcast Details

• Streaming: Fancode (India)
• TV: No major TV broadcast in India; local Caribbean stations may carry it.

Score & Toss Prediction

• If South Africa Bat First: 268+
• If West Indies Bat First: 212+
• Toss Winner: West Indies Women
• Likely to Bowl First

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Match Prediction

Our Winner: South Africa Women Will Win
With superior balance, current form, and match-winners across departments, South Africa Women are better placed to clinch this ODI series 2-1.

Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

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