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SA Women Crush India in T20 Opener
17 Apr
Summary
- South Africa won by six wickets with comfortable chase.
- Laura Wolvaardt scored 51, Annerie Dercksen added 44 not out.
- India posted 157/7, but SA chased it down with ease.

South Africa Women achieved a comfortable six-wicket victory against India Women in the first T20I.
India posted a competitive total of 157 for 7 in their 20 overs, despite a solid start and a crucial 50-run partnership between Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues. The batting unit accelerated towards the end, reaching 150 in the 19th over.
In response, South Africa's chase was anchored by a superb performance from their top order. Laura Wolvaardt scored a fluent 51 off 39 balls, setting a strong foundation. She was effectively supported by Annerie Dercksen, who remained unbeaten on 44 off 34 deliveries.