Pitch Report - The pitch is expected to remain same during the match, offering significant turn for spinners. This will benefit Bangladesh, who are batting first. The batters will need to use their feet more effectively, as the pitch lacks pace and requires getting closer to the ball.
Laura Wolvaardt, the skipper of South Africa Women, says that they are happy to bowl. Says that they were in two minds coming into this game and there is still a lot more cricket to be played. Adds that England have played only two games so far and they need to win big. Ends by saying that they will give their best.
Nigar Sultana Joty, the skipper of Bangladesh Women, says they want to bat first. Mentions this is a great opportunity for them to bounce back. Tells they started the tournament well but couldn’t carry on the momentum. Informs they have made one change.
South Africa Women (Unchanged Playing XI) - Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka.
Bangladesh Women (Playing XI) - Dilara Akter, Shathi Rani, Sobhana Mostary, Nigar Sultana Joty (C)(WK), Murshida Khatun (In for Taj Nehar), Shorna Akter, Mst Ritu Moni, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter.
TOSS - Bangladesh Women have won the toss and elected to BAT first.