South Africa Women beat New Zealand Women in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 clash at Holkar Stadium
Tazmin Brits smashed a match-winning hundred for South Africa Women
New Zealand have lost their first two matches of the tournament already
New Zealand took on South Africa in match 7 of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Monday, 6 October. Having been bowled out for just 69 in their tournament opener against England, South Africa produced a clinical all-round show, dismissing New Zealand for 231 in 47.5 overs before chasing down the target in 40.5 overs.
NZ-W won the toss and opted to bat first, but the decision backfired as no batters except, Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday looked confident. Devine, once again, proved to be a lone warrior, playing an 85-run knock which helped the team to put up a competitive total of 231 runs. She was supported by Halliday, who played a quick 45-run knock.
At one stage, NZ-W were looking strong, batting on 187 runs with the loss of just three wickets but Nonkululeko Mlaba dismantled their middle order as the White Ferns lost their last seven wickets on just 44 runs. Mlaba picked up four crucial wickets and conceded only 40 runs in her 4-over quota.
Chasing the target, SA-W didn't have a great start, losing their skipper in the third over of the second innings. But the partnership between Tazmin Brits and Sune Luus proved decisive, steering South Africa to victory.
Brits attacked with intent, hitting boundaries at regular intervals, while Luus anchored the innings with composure. Though a few late wickets fell, South Africa never looked in trouble. Brits’ magnificent century crowned a perfect performance, signaling a strong comeback after their heavy defeat against England.
New Zealand Vs South Africa, ICC Women's World Cup 2025: Toss Update
New Zealand Women won the toss and have opted to bat first against South Africa.
New Zealand Vs South Africa, ICC Women's World Cup 2025: Playing XIs
South Africa Women (Playing XI): Laura Wolvaardt(c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta(w), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba
New Zealand Women (Playing XI): Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine(c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze(w), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing
