The third ODI is between England and South Africa at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom, turned into an exciting competition as the the visitors won by six wickets via DLS method, securing a 2-1 series win. Tammy Beaumontand without loss 65 and Charles Deanoverall performance was crucial to England's success. South Africa's innings, led by Laura Wolvaardtand made up of 61, set a respectable total of 233/8. However, rain disrupted play and they 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: steady anchor Laura Wolvaardt
South Africa's batting effort was anchored by Laura Wolvaardtwhose magnificent 61 off 68 balls showcased her incredible timing and technique. There were nine magnificent boundaries in her knock and she settled the visitors in the early stages. While Wolvaardt held one wicket, the rest of the top order struggled to find a 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 orders.
Nevertheless, England hit back with key wickets, disrupting South Africa's momentum. Chloe Tryon added some much-needed impetus with a quickfire 20 off 21 balls, but was dismissed by Sophie Ecclestone he stopped the innings. The lowest order, directed by Mike de Ridderand 19 not out, pushed the score to 233/8, a total that looked competitive but was not possible. England's bowlers were excellent in keeping control, with Ecclestone (2/26) and Dean (2/52) contributing significantly.
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England run: Tammy Beaumont's heroes
England's chase began on a surprising note as Marizanne Kapp delivering a fiery opening time, reducing the visitors to 4/2 within the first hour. Kapp's deadly speed and accuracy went awry Maia Bouchier and Nat Sciver-Brunt early, during Heather Knightin office shortly after leaving England approaching 25/3. The pressure increased as South Africa sniffed a possible victory.
Nevertheless, Beaumont showed nerves of steel and recovered well. Her unbeaten 65 off just 46 balls, with ten boundaries, was a masterclass in fighting back. Beaumont's ability to find gaps and convert the strike effectively kept England on course despite the early bouncers. She found a potential partner Amy Joneswho played a terrific knock of 49* off 36 balls. Together, they forged a 90-run, match-winning partnership that dashed South Africa's hopes. Their partnership featured brilliant stroke play and strategic running between the wickets, sealing the chase in just 19 overs.
Here's how Twitter reacted:
Eighth consecutive ODI series wins for @englandcricket ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ
Two prizes in the bag on this trip from South Africa ๐#Saving pic.twitter.com/aA6Tr0vSVK
โ PCA (@PCA) December 11, 2024
Winning streak โ ๐
England take the ODI series in South Africa ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ#Saving pic.twitter.com/gdOgio1A5G
โ The Barmy Army of England ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ฟ๐บ (@TheBarmyArmy) December 11, 2024
๐ข๐ก Matching result
The last rain-affected ODI comes to an end.
๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ฟ England win by 6 wickets (DLS)
They take the 3-game WODI series 2-1๐#Always rising #Come with me #BePartOfIt #Saving pic.twitter.com/Ib5z8zGWcu
– Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) December 11, 2024
Charlie Dean wins the Player of the series award ๐ฅ#women #cricket #Saving #CharlesDean #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/IjDBPUDB7m
โ WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) December 12, 2024
Mandla Mashimbyi certainly has a job on his hands to turn this side around
The Proteas Women have been miserable in this series #SAWVENGW
– Tim Dale Lace (@Tim32_cricket) December 11, 2024
Win the series!!! ๐
We will take the ODI series in South Africa ๐คฉ pic.twitter.com/2QE8UUYL6w
– England Cricket (@englandcricket) December 11, 2024
England finished the ICC Women's Championship with 32 points. The only team to beat Australia in a series in this round.
South Africa finished the IWC with 25 points. Only one other team has beaten AUS in a match this round.
Only AUS and India are fighting to win the tournament now.
โ Shajin MS (@SupertrampMS) December 11, 2024
Great batting from Amy & Tammy, England win with 4 wickets to spare in the ODI decider against South Africa (Good job they only have one cap).
@SkyCricketโ ๐๐ณ๐๐Ady๐ค (@AdyG28) December 11, 2024
tammy beaumont is still ittttt
– Hannah (@only_hannahhhh) December 11, 2024
Tammy Beaumont ๐๐ป๐๐ปโค๏ธ
โ RJ (@TheBizarreOne_) December 11, 2024
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