In a thrilling second T20I clash in Canberra, South Africa’s Skipper, Laura Wolvaardt, showcased her batting prowess, steering her team to a historic six-wicket victory over Australia.
The Proteas chased down Australia’s modest total with an over to spare, marking their first-ever women’s T20I win against the cricket giants.
With Australia’s skipper Meg Lanning retiring and recent mixed performances, teams like England, West Indies, India, and now South Africa are sensing an opportunity to challenge Australia’s T20 World Cup dominance.
The landscape seems more open, and South Africa’s victory adds to the list of teams denting Australia’s once formidable reputation.
The series, now tied at two points each, sets the stage for a thrilling third match in Hobart. South Africa, with their newfound confidence, aims to clinch the T20I portion of the series, setting the tone for a competitive multi-format battle.
