South Africa bulldoze Pakistan by 8 wickets in decider to clinch Women's T20I series

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South Africa defeated Pakistan by 8 wickets.

Proteas chased down 154 with nine balls to spare

South Africa clinched the Women's T20I series against Pakistan, winning the series decider by eight wickets on Friday, September 20. This victory gave South Africa a 2-1 series lead after losing the opening game by 10 runs.

In the final match, South Africa restricted Pakistan to 153 for five wickets after opting to bowl first. Muneeba Ali and Gull Feroza got Pakistan off to a good start with a 50-run partnership. However, after their dismissals, Sidra Amin took charge, contributing a valuable 37 runs.

Nida Dar looked dangerous but was dismissed by Nonkululeko Mlaba. South African captain Fatima returned with a quickfire knock of 27 runs, despite suffering from concussion in the second T20I. Tumi Sukhukhune, Chloe Tryon, and Sune Luus each picked up a wicket.

South Africa's strong batting performance allowed them to chase down the target with ease, securing a comfortable eight-wicket win and claiming the series 2-1.

South Africa's batting lineup dominated the third T20I against Pakistan, led by strong performances from Laura Wolvaardt, Anneke Bosch, and Annerie Dercksen.

Despite losing Tazmin Brits early in the innings, South Africa's captain, Laura Wolvaardt, and Anneke Bosch formed a crucial partnership, scoring 100 runs off 13 overs. Wolvaardt contributed 45 runs and Bosch added 46 runs before retiring hurt due to the heat.

Annerie Dercksen came in and made a significant impact, scoring an unbeaten 44 runs off 23 balls. She formed a valuable partnership of 51 runs with Sune Luus.

Sadia Iqbal and young leg-spinner Tuba Hassan were the only Pakistani bowlers to take wickets, with one each.