Summary of this article
South Africa Women posted 177/5 with strong top-order contributions
New Zealand Women lost wickets at key moments despite a solid start
Proteas bowlers held nerve to seal 18-run win and level series
South Africa Women bounced back strongly to beat New Zealand Women by 18 runs in the second T20I at Hamilton, levelling the series 1-1. Batting first, the visitors posted a competitive 177/5, powered by a fluent half-century from Tazmin Brits and a solid contribution from Laura Wolvaardt, while late runs from the middle order gave them a strong finish.
In reply, New Zealand Women got off to a brisk start in the powerplay but kept losing wickets at crucial intervals. Despite a fighting all-round effort from Amelia Kerr, the hosts couldn’t maintain momentum in the chase as South Africa’s bowlers struck regularly in the middle overs to regain control of the contest.
Defending the total, South Africa delivered a disciplined bowling performance, with their attack collectively stepping up to close out the game. New Zealand were eventually bowled out for 159 in 19.1 overs, falling short by 18 runs, as the visitors sealed a crucial win to bring the series back on level terms.
After losing the first match, the Proteas levelled the series with a convincing win.
New Zealand Women Vs South Africa Women, 2nd T20I: Toss Update And Playing XIs
South Africa Women have won the toss and have opted to bat first against New Zealand Women.
South Africa Women (Playing XI): Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt(c), Annerie Dercksen, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Kayla Reyneke, Sinalo Jafta(w), Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba
New Zealand Women (Playing XI): Georgia Plimmer, Isabella Gaze(w), Amelia Kerr(c), Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Sharp, Suzie Bates, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing
New Zealand Women Vs South Africa Women, 2nd T20I: Live Streaming
The match will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available for subscribers on the SonyLIV and FanCode.
