• Australia defeated South Africa by five wickets in the third T20I of the three-match series to seal the leg by 2-1.

  • Beth Mooney emerged as the standout performer for the Australia Women and was adjudged 'Player of the Match'.

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Beth Mooney’s stellar knock guides Australia to series-clinching win

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Australia emerged victorious against South Africa in the third and final T20I of the three-match series that took place at the Bellerive Oval. The match witnessed some exceptionally cricketing performances from both sides, but it was Australia’s Beth Mooney‘s stellar knock that eventually shifted the momentum in her team’s favour as she guided the Aussie side to a series-clinching victory over the visitors.

Marizanne Kapp goes into rampage mode

Asked to bat first in the series decider, South Africa Women posted a competitive total of 162/7 in their allotted 20 overs, with Marizanne Kapp being the standout performer, scoring an impressive 75 runs off 48 balls, including ten fours and one six. Contributions from Anneke Bosch, Chloe Tryon, and Nadine de Klerk bolstered the innings. The Australian bowlers shared the wickets, with Annabel Sutherland, Megan Schutt, and Tahlia McGrath each taking crucial wickets.

Beth Mooney’s heroic effort

In response, Australia Women chased down the target of 163 with four balls to spare, securing a victory by five wickets. Beth Mooney played a pivotal role, scoring a brilliant 82 runs off 55 balls, supported by Ashleigh Gardner’s quickfire 26 runs off 17 balls. Despite a few quick wickets, Australia’s batting depth shone through as they clinched the win.

South Africa’s bowlers, including Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, and Chloe Tryon, managed to take wickets but couldn’t prevent Australia from reaching the target.

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Australia seals the series

With this win, Australia Women won the three-match T20I series 2-1. The leg showcased exciting cricket, with Australia dominating the first T20I, South Africa bouncing back in the second, and Australia ultimately emerging victorious in the final game.

The Player of the Match rightfully went to Mooney for her sensational match-winning inning. The focus now shifts to the ODI leg between the two sides that is scheduled to commence from February 3 in Adelaide.

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