India Women’s tour of South Africa starts on April 17, 2026, with a five-match T20I series. The squad mixes experienced players and young names, aiming for balance and depth.
Players like Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana lead the core, while young talent adds energy.
In this article, you will find the full India squad, the complete match schedule with IST and GMT timings, and details on where to watch live.
India Squad For India Women’s Tour of South Africa
Here is the confirmed India Women’s squad for the South Africa T20I series 2026, as announced officially.
India Squad For Women’s Tour of South Africa
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Thakur, Kranti Gaud, Shri Charani, Shreyanka Patil, Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Uma Chetry, Anushka Sharma
The squad shows a strong top order with Mandhana and Shafali expected to handle powerplay scoring. Meanwhile, Jemimah adds stability in the middle overs.
All-rounders like Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil bring balance. At the same time, Renuka Thakur leads the pace attack with support from young bowlers.
India Women’s Tour of South Africa Schedule
Below is the complete India Women’s Tour South Africa Women T20I schedule (2026):
| T20I No. | Match | Date | Time (IST / GMT) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India vs South Africa | April 17 | 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT | Durban |
| 2 | India vs South Africa | April 19 | 5:30 PM IST / 12:00 PM GMT | Durban |
| 3 | India vs South Africa | April 22 | 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT | Johannesburg |
| 4 | India vs South Africa | April 25 | 9:30 PM IST / 4:00 PM GMT | Johannesburg |
| 5 | India vs South Africa | April 27 | 5:30 PM IST / 12:00 PM GMT | Benoni |
The series begins in Durban with back-to-back matches. This gives teams early momentum opportunities.
![Indian Players [Women]](https://sportsboardindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot2026-03-2512244.jpeg "Indian Players [Women]")
Later matches move to Johannesburg and Benoni, where conditions usually support both pace and spin. That makes team combinations important.
Where to Watch India Women’s Tour of South Africa Live
You can watch the India Women vs South Africa Women T20I series 2026 live on TV through the Star Sports Network. This ensures easy access for viewers who prefer traditional broadcast coverage.
For online streaming, you can watch the matches live on JioHotstar. This makes it simple to follow the series on mobile, laptop, or smart TV without missing any action.
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Conclusion: India Women’s Squad Aims For Victory In India Women’s Tour of South Africa
The Indian Women’s squad for the South Africa tour 2026 looks balanced, with a mix of experience and youth ready for a competitive T20 series.
With five matches scheduled across different venues, teams will need to adapt quickly to conditions and maintain consistency.
As the series begins on April 17, you can expect strong performances, especially from India’s top order and all-rounders shaping the results. So do not miss a single match!
