India and South Africa renew one of women's cricket's most closely fought rivalries at in Manchester on Sunday in a Group 1 clash that could shape the semi-final race.

India arrives unbeaten and top of the group after convincing wins over Pakistan and tournament debutants Netherlands. 

South Africa recovered from an opening defeat to defending champions Australia by edging Pakistan in a tense encounter.

With only two teams advancing from the six-team group, Laura Wolvaardt's side know a win here would throw the qualification race wide open and significantly strengthen their own last-four credentials.

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India vs South Africa Women's T20 World Cup

Toss update: India won the toss and elected to bat

India vs South Africa Women's T20 World Cup: Playing XI

India playing XI: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Yastika Bhatia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Prema Rawat, Arundhati Reddy, Sree Charani, Nandni Sharma

South Africa playing XI: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Annerie Dercksen, Dane Van Niekerk, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine De Klerk, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

India vs South Africa Women's T20 World Cup: Win percentage

India vs South Africa Women's T20 World Cup: Betting odds

India is the favourite to win this match as per Dafa.

*Odds are right at the time of publishing 

India will look to make it three wins in three games at the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup when they face South Africa in Sunday's Group A clash in Manchester.

The Women in Blue arrive with some momentum following two consecutive victories, the last of which was against the Netherlands on Wednesday. A victory will see them increase their chances of securing a place in the semi-finals.

On the other hand, after being defeated by Australia, Proteas staged a recovery against Pakistan, ensuring that their hopes of reaching the knockouts remain alive. 

The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup match between India and South Africa.

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Where to watch India vs South Africa: Live stream, TV channel

Here's how to watch the India vs South Africa 2026 Women's T20 World Cup match in India:

• TV channel: Start Sports Network
• Live stream: JioHotstar

The match will be shown live on TV on Star Sports Network in India, while live streaming will be available on JioHotstar app and website.

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What time does India vs South Africa kick off?

The 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup match between India and South Africa will be played at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester, England.

It will kick off at 2:30 p.m. local time (BST), which translates to 7:00 p.m. IST on Sunday, June 21, in India.

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India vs South Africa team news, squads

The Indian top-order is in fine form, including the hundred-run partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma in the 95-run victory over Netherlands.

The bowling department is led by the likes of Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani.

India squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Shree Charani, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nandani Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav.

Captain Laura Wolvaardt is likely to have the same team from the Pakistan win, but will hope for a better show by the batters after their tight run chase.

Annerie Dercksen and Nadine de Klerk contributed significantly in the middle order last time out, and the spin bowling of Nonkululeko Mlaba could be an important factor against India.

South Africa squad: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Dané van Niekerk, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Kayla Reyneke, Karabo Meso (wk), Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune.

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India vs South Africa: Betting odds

India are the favourites to win this tie at 1.52 on Dafa, while the odds for South Africa to win are 2.50.

* Odds are correct at time of publish but subject to change.

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