New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women: A Thrilling T20 World Cup Final
New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women: Match Overview
South Africa has won the toss and chosen to bowl against New Zealand in the highly anticipated ICC Women's T20 World Cup final at the Dubai International Stadium.
Match Details
- South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (capt), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Chloe Tryon, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka
- New Zealand: Georgia Plimmer, Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (capt), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas
Wolvaardt’s team, having sailed through all four matches while chasing, seeks to replicate previous successes. Devine noted New Zealand would have preferred to bat first anyway, indicating a riveting contest ahead.
Historic Context
This match is particularly significant for Suzie Bates, who stands on the precipice of becoming the most-capped women's international cricketer, surpassing Mithali Raj’s record of 333 appearances.
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