The second T20I between India Women vs South Africa Women ended in a no-result as persistent rain in Chennai forced the match to be abandoned. The game, played on July 7, 2024, saw South Africa post a competitive total before weather intervened, leaving the series poised at 0-1 with one match to play.
The 2nd T20I has been called off due to rain
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) July 7, 2024
South Africa lead the series 1-0
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Key Highlights of India Women vs South Africa Women 2nd T20I
- South Africa’s Innings: The visitors scored 177/6 in their allotted 20 overs.
- Standout Performances: Tazmin Brits (52) and Anneke Bosch (40) led South Africa’s batting effort.
- India’s Bowling: Deepti Sharma was the pick of the Indian bowlers, causing problems with her variations.
- Debut Performance: Uma Chetry, making her debut for India, had an eventful day behind the stumps.
Match Summary
South Africa Women: 177/6 (20 overs)
India Women: Did not bat
The match began promisingly with South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt setting an aggressive tone with a quick 22 off 12 balls. Tazmin Brits anchored the innings with a well-crafted half-century, while Anneke Bosch provided late fireworks with her 40 off 32 balls.
India’s spinners, particularly Deepti Sharma, fought back in the middle overs, but a strong finish from South Africa set up what could have been an exciting chase.
Unfortunately, steady rain during the innings break intensified, forcing the umpires to abandon the match without India facing a single delivery. This no-result leaves South Africa leading the series 1-0, with everything to play for in the final T20I on Tuesday.
The washout also denied India the opportunity to test their revamped lineup, which included four changes from the previous match. Notably, Uma Chetry made her international debut, becoming only the second player from Assam to represent India.
As both teams look ahead to the series decider, they will also have an eye on preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup in Bangladesh this September.
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