Cricket fans were treated to a thrilling contest as two top women’s teams battled it out in a closely fought match. The clash saw powerful performances, intense competition, and unforgettable moments on the field. In this post, we take a closer look at the India Women’s National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team match scorecard to uncover how the action unfolded. From standout innings to game-changing spells, we break down the key highlights and player contributions that shaped the outcome. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, this recap brings you all the crucial details.
Contrasting fortunes between India and South Africa highlight their balance as two teams. India boasts depth, while South Africa have shown they can adapt quickly.
Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits shared a 140-run opening stand that set the pace early, but after she retired with cramps on 108, the chase lost steam. Sneh Rana then produced an astounding spell to turn things around by dismissing Tryon, Dercksen and Brits back-to-back to change things drastically.
Scorecard
India and South Africa remain two teams that excite cricket fans globally, both possessing an impressive pool of talent that spans across different formats. Recent ODI encounters between them showcase this fierce rivalry by featuring powerful batting and aggressive bowling from both teams.
| Team | Innings Score (Overs) | Result |
|---|---|---|
| India Women | 337/9 (50 overs) | — |
| South Africa Women | 314/7 (50 overs) | India won by 23 runs |
The first match in this series was an intense contest between two sides that kept audiences riveted until its thrilling conclusion. Jemimah Rodrigues‘ scintillating century propelled India to victory, while Annerie Dercksen and Chloe Tryon’s relentless fightback ensured it went down to the wire. This contest proved why women’s cricket is becoming so widely beloved worldwide: its fast pace, exciting action and heartwarming atmosphere are hallmarks of its popularity.
After winning the toss and choosing to field, India’s bowlers struggled to contain South Africa’s fast batting. Tazmin Brits’ stunning 81 and Marizanne Kapp’s 57 propelled South Africa to 189/4 in 20 overs, leaving India trailing by 12 runs at one point before Harmanpreet Kaur’s unbeaten 53 off 30 balls and Jemimah Rodrigues’ impressive 88 off 55 balls kept their scorecard moving in their favor.
However, Indian bowlers fought back, with Amanjot Kaur’s 3-wicket haul helping reduce South Africa’s deficit to 12 runs. South Africa continued losing wickets as their required run rate kept rising; eventually they fell short by 23 runs, ending their innings at 314/7 in 50 overs.
India have qualified for the final against Sri Lanka and also won their group. Their victory helped them get over their semifinal defeat by England, which could have cost them the chance of defending their title. Furthermore, this win demonstrated India’s deep batting lineup; each player contributed towards India’s success; players such as Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur were match-winners in multiple formats while newcomers Rodrigues and Amanjot Kaur showed great promise as future pillars of strength for India going forward.
India: 276 for 6 in 50 overs
The India women’s cricket team, commonly referred to as “Women in Blue”, represents India in international cricket competition. As full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC), with Test and One Day International status. Rahul Johari coaches and manages this squad with Harmanpreet Kaur serving as captain – currently they rank second behind Australia with 690 World Ranking points in 2018.
Indian Women’s National Cricket Team have proven themselves as one of the premier sides in recent times, winning three successive ODI series and two T20I matches before going one better with a one-off Twenty20 match victory. Led by talented batswoman Smriti Mandhana and swift bowler Pooja Vastrakar.
India batted first and amassed a competitive total of 276 for six in their 50 overs. Jemimah Rodrigues led with an excellent 123 off 101 balls with 15 fours and one six, providing her side a strong foundation, while opening batswoman Smriti Mandhana made an important half century contribution; Deepti Sharma also hit half century.
England Women’s Chase got off to an inauspicious start, with Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones both falling soon after one another. Nat Sciver-Brunt and Emma Lamb worked hard to keep their side in the race but ultimately weren’t able to secure victory for England Women.
Kranti Goud was responsible for India clinching their 2-1 series win in Chester-le-Street through her expert dismantling of the tail and stellar catching, earning her Player of the Match honors for her impressive efforts.
Goud reported being relieved to be back on the field after such an extended absence, yet nervous about returning after having taken such an extended leave of absence. She felt she and the team did a fantastic job under trying circumstances, with self-belief being key in their success – she hopes if that continues, they can do even better in future matches.
South Africa: 189 for 4 in 20 overs
South Africa was guided to a respectable total by Marizanne Kapp’s excellent innings, but India were quick to respond thanks to Jemimah Rodrigues’ brilliant century – which contained 15 fours and one six off 101 balls! Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma also recorded half centuries.
Women’s cricket continues to show its strength with this breathtaking showdown that highlighted its growing strength. Both sides exhibited powerful batting and disciplined bowling efforts from start to finish – creating an exhilarating spectacle filled with sportsmanship and competitiveness for spectators as they witness unforgettable performances that often result in nail-biting finishes as well as memorable experiences that lead to inspiring moments.
At the end of it all, both teams displayed exceptional teamwork and talent that earned them victory. Players and support staff came together to pose for pictures and celebrate their victory – Laura Wolvaardt and Harmapreet Kaur were given the silverware, before they took pictures with their teammates before receiving it back themselves.
Since 2017, matches between these two sides have demonstrated their growing rivalry, highlighted by some exceptional performances on both sides. They have taken turns winning both ODI and T20I matches with strong batting performances and effective bowling strategies capturing fan’s attention worldwide.
Last time these teams played, England defeated Wales by three wickets. Unfortunately, that feat couldn’t be repeated this time; nevertheless they still managed to seal an easy win and take a 2-1 series win – an ideal precursor for this summer’s ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 in England and Wales, taking place June 14 – July 31.
India: 177 for 4 in 20 overs
India and South Africa Women continue to captivate cricket fans worldwide. From powerful batting to skilled bowling and heart-stopping finishes, their matches showcase all that makes women’s cricket great.
Proteas outwit Indian team to win first T20I by 12 runs! Tazmin Brits and Marizanne Kapp were stars, both scoring half-centuries to lead Proteas towards challenging target. Indian side made valiant effort but ultimately were powerless to turn game in their favour.
Early on in their innings, South Africa made a fast start by starting strong with Kayla Reneke and Simone Lourens sharing an opening stand of 95 runs within just a few overs. Following that was Tazmin Brits with an explosive 81 and Marizanne Kapp’s quickfire 57 as they reached 189/4 after 20 overs.
But thanks to Shree Charani’s masterful bowling performance, India was able to fight back into the match. Charani took two early wickets against host-nations Australia before dismissing Natalie Sciver-Brunt and Faye Cowling to give India a major edge.
India battled hard despite losing three key batsmen, but they ultimately fell short of reaching their target. Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur made good contributions, but the lower order could not keep up with pressure from Proteas attack.
As both teams go into Sunday’s second T20I with their series tied at 1-1, both will begin it with renewed optimism. India will seek to recover from their 12-run loss in the opening T20I while South Africa look to seal it and strengthen their chances of qualifying for next year’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.
