Laura Wolvaardt

South Africa women's national cricket team have announced their squad for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with veteran pacer Shabnim Ismail making a surprise return from retirement. Led by Laura Wolvaardt, the Proteas will aim for their first ICC title after back-to-back runner-up finishes. Experienced players like Marizanne Kapp and Dane van Niekerk also feature in the squad.

The defeat meant that the Women-in-Blue lost the series with a 4-1 scoreline, certainly not a good build-up to the upcoming 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England, which is scheduled to start from June 12.

The loss comes just two months before the T20 World Cup in England and will be a setback for the team.

South Africa secured a dominant 4-1 series victory over India in their Women's T20I series, clinching the final match by 23 runs. Skipper Laura Wolvaardt was the star, remaining unbeaten on 92, while disciplined bowling restricted India's chase. The win highlights South Africa's strength and India's ongoing batting inconsistencies.

The result was set up by South Africa’s bowlers, who dismissed India for 147. The chase was then completed in 17.1 overs, with the hosts reaching 148 for two.

New Zealand Women achieved a historic feat, chasing down the highest total in Women's ODI history against South Africa. Amelia Kerr's unbeaten 179 powered the Black Caps to a thrilling 2-wicket victory, leveling the series. This remarkable chase surpassed India's previous record set in the 2025 World Cup semi-final.

Laura Wolvaardt etched her name in history during the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final, becoming the highest run-scorer in a single edition with 526 runs and counting. Chasing India's 298, she remained unbeaten on 43 at the 15-over mark, showcasing her consistent brilliance. India posted a strong 298, powered by Shafali Verma's 87.

Laura Wolvaardt named captain of South Africa's Test and ODI teams for the tour of India, missing Lara Goodall, Chloe Tryon, and Ayanda Hlubi due to injuries.

The ICC awards for 2024 recognize exceptional performances in cricket, featuring categories like Men's and Women's ODI and T20I Cricketer of the Year. Notable nominees include India’s Arshdeep Singh and Smriti Mandhana, along with athletes from Sri Lanka, South Africa, Australia, and other countries.

The Adani Gujarat Giants on Thursday drafted in dynamic South African opener Laura Wolvaardt in place of their captain Beth Mooney, who will not play any further part at the inaugural season of the Women's Premier League due to an injury.

South Africa stormed into their maiden Women's ODI World Cup final, defeating England by 125 runs. Laura Wolvaardt's brilliant 169 anchored a massive 319/7, while Marizanne Kapp's five-wicket haul dismantled England's chase for 194. This historic victory marks South Africa's first World Cup final appearance across all genders. They will face the winners of the match between India and South Africa.

Chamari Athapaththu, Melie Kerr, Laura Wolvaardt, and Orla Prendergast had exceptional years in women's T20Is with notable contributions in batting and all-round performances. Athapaththu led Sri Lanka to Asia Cup victory, Kerr helped New Zealand win the T20 World Cup, Wolvaardt took South Africa to their first T20 final, and Prendergast excelled for Ireland.

Gujarat Giants skipper Sneh Rana won the toss and opted to bat against Delhi Capitals in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday.

Delhi Capitals halted Royal Challengers Bengaluru's five-match winning streak with a seven-wicket victory. Despite RCB's strong Powerplay bowling, Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten 42 guided Capitals to chase down a modest 109. Nandani Sharma's three wickets were instrumental in restricting RCB earlier.

England secured their second consecutive win in the Women's T20 World Cup by defeating South Africa by seven wickets. Sophie Ecclestone's impressive spin bowling restricted South Africa to 124/6. Chasing the target, Danni Wyatt-Hodge and Nat Sciver-Brunt’s vital partnership guided England to victory with four balls remaining. Ecclestone and Sarah Glenn stood out in England’s bowling attack.

South Africa's captain Laura Wolvaardt has been named ICC Women's Player of the Month for December after a stellar performance. She led her team to series victories against Ireland, scoring three centuries across T20I and ODI formats, including an unbeaten 115 in a T20I and back-to-back ODI centuries. This marks her second Player of the Month award in three months.

South Africa opener Laura Wolvaardt has moved up two places to a career-best seventh position in the ICC Women's ODI rankings after helping her team complete a 3-0 series sweep over Pakistan.

South Africa thrashed Pakistan by 150 runs in a rain-shortened World Cup encounter, propelling them to the top of the standings. Laura Wolvaardt's 90 and contributions from Sune Luus and Marizanne Kapp powered South Africa to 312. Pakistan faltered under a revised target, collapsing to 83 for seven, with Kapp starring with the ball.

Delhi Capitals skipper Meg Lanning won the toss and decided to field against Gujarat Giants in their Women's Premier League (WPL) match at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

India's maiden ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory in Navi Mumbai was marked by exceptional sportsmanship. Following their win over South Africa, Indian players displayed remarkable empathy, consoling their tearful opponents. Moments of compassion between teammates and rivals, like Jemimah Rodrigues comforting Marizanne Kapp and Smriti Mandhana speaking with Laura Wolvaardt, truly defined the spirit of cricket.