Sarah Glenn’s bowling heroics help England seal T20I series against South Africa

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The 2nd T20I at Willowmoore Park, Benoni, on Wednesday, November 27 was a high-scoring contest in which England clinched a commanding 36-run victory over South Africa. The match saw standout performances from Danni Wyatt-Hodge and Nat Sciver-Brunt, who were instrumental in propelling England to a massive total, while Sarah Glenn’s exceptional bowling ensured that South Africa fell well short in their chase. With this win, England took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, reinforcing their dominance in the format.

England’s innings: Danni Wyatt- Hodge and Nat Sciver-Brunt anchor the total

Electing to bat first, England faced an early scare as Maia Bouchier and Sophia Dunkley were dismissed cheaply within the powerplay by Ayanda Hlubi’s fiery opening spell. Despite the early setback, Wyatt and Sciver-Brunt forged a brilliant 112-run partnership that anchored the innings. Wyatt dazzled with an aggressive 78 off 45 balls, peppered with 15 boundaries and a six, while Sciver-Brunt provided the perfect complement with her composed 67 not out off 43 deliveries.

Sciver-Brunt’s innings, punctuated by nine boundaries and one six, ensured that England recovered from the early blows to post a daunting total. Contributions from Heather Knight, who chipped in with a quick 26 off 19, and Amy Jones, with a blistering 15 off seven balls, helped England cross the 200-run mark. South Africa’s bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught, with only Hlubi and Nadine de Klerk managing to pick up two wickets each, albeit at a significant cost.

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South Africa’s response: Sarah Glenn spins a web

In pursuit of 205, South Africa’s chase never truly got off the ground. While Laura Wolvaardt and Faye Tunnicliffe attempted to build a steady start with scores of 25 and 22, respectively, Sarah Glenn’s introduction into the attack marked a turning point. Glenn’s remarkable spell of 4 for 20 dismantled the South African middle order, leaving them reeling. Her wickets included the prized scalp of Chloe Tryon, South Africa’s top scorer, whose 30 off 24 balls briefly raised hopes of a recovery.

Glenn’s impact was complemented by the disciplined bowling of Sciver-Brunt and Charlie Dean, who picked up a wicket each, while Lauren Filer’s economical spell kept the pressure on. Despite late resistance from Nadine de Klerk, who remained unbeaten on 32 off 21 balls, and Sinalo Jafta’s quickfire 17 off nine deliveries, South Africa could only manage 168/6 in their 20 overs.

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

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