Twitter reactions: England clinch series with six-wicket win over South Africa in rain-affected 3rd Women’s ODI

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The third ODI between England and South Africa at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom, turned into a exciting contest as the visitors claimed a six-wicket victory via the DLS method, securing a 2-1 series win. Tammy Beaumont‘s unbeaten 65 and Charlie Dean‘s all-round performance proved pivotal in England’s success. South Africa’s innings, led by Laura Wolvaardt’s composed 61, set a respectable total of 233/8. However, rain disrupted play and revised England’s target to 152 in 23 overs, which they chased down with remarkable efficiency, finishing with 24 balls to spare.

South Africa’s innings: Laura Wolvaardt’s steady anchor

South Africa’s batting effort was anchored by Laura Wolvaardt, whose stylish 61 off 68 balls showcased her impeccable timing and technique. Her knock included nine exquisite boundaries and steadied the hosts during the early overs. While Wolvaardt held one end firm, the rest of the top order struggled to find rhythm against England’s disciplined bowling attack. Marizanne Kapp stepped in with a gritty 38 off 54 balls, partnering Wolvaardt to stabilize the innings in the middle overs.

Nevertheless, England struck back with key wickets, disrupting South Africa’s momentum. Chloe Tryon added some much-needed impetus with a quickfire 20 off 21 balls, but her dismissal by Sophie Ecclestone stalled the innings. The lower order, led by Mieke de Ridder’s unbeaten 19, managed to push the score to 233/8, a total that appeared competitive but not unassailable. England’s bowlers excelled in maintaining control, with Ecclestone (2/26) and Dean (2/52) making significant contributions.

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England’s chase: Tammy Beaumont’s heroics

England’s chase started on a dramatic note as Marizanne Kapp delivered a fiery opening spell, reducing the visitors to 4/2 within the first over. Kapp’s lethal pace and accuracy dismantled Maia Bouchier and Nat Sciver-Brunt early, while Heather Knight’s dismissal shortly after left England teetering at 25/3. The pressure mounted as South Africa sniffed a potential victory.

Beaumont, nonetheless, displayed nerves of steel and led a stunning recovery. Her unbeaten 65 off just 46 balls, laced with ten boundaries, was a masterclass in counterattacking batting. Beaumont’s ability to find gaps and rotate the strike effectively kept England on track despite the early jitters. She found an able partner in Amy Jones, who played a scintillating knock of 49* off 36 balls. Together, they forged a match-winning, unbeaten 90-run partnership that dismantled South Africa’s hopes. Their partnership showcased brilliant stroke play and strategic running between the wickets, sealing the chase in just 19 overs.

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.

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