(Cricket news) After there first ever loss to South Africa in the 2nd T20I, the Australia women bounced back in style to win the series decider and clinch the series. Beth Mooney led the way for her team with an exceptional knock of 82 from just 55 balls.
Being put into bat South Africa women posted their highest T20I score (162/7) against the Kangaroos. Marizanne Kapp was the pick of the batters for the Proteas who led the way for her team scoring a career-best 75 (48) in her 100th T20I. Some valuable knocks from Tryon and De Clerk down the order helped South Africa post a good total on the board.
Chasing a formidable total, Beth Mooney ensured that Australia never faltered. She kept losing partners regularly but did not put her guard down. He wonderful innings of 82 included 11 fours and a solitary maximum. Ashley Gardner down the order, applied the finishing touches to get Australia over the line, chasing the target with 2 balls to spare.
SCORECARD : South Africa W 162/7 in 20 overs, Marizanne Kapp 75 (48), Chloe Tryon 26 (16); Wareham 1/25; Australia W 163/5 in 19.2 overs, Beth Mooney 82 (55), Ashley Gardner 26 (17); Chloe Tryon 1/23; Australia W won by 5 wickets
