• Australia defeated South Africa in the first Women’s T20I by 8 wickets.

  • Beth Mooney was named Player of the Match for her splendid batting performance.

Twitter reactions: Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney star in Australia’s emphatic win over South Africa in 1st Women’s T20I
Australia beat South Africa in 1st Women's T20I

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The exciting South Africa Women’s tour of Australia 2024, kicked off with the first T20I at Manuka Oval in Canberra on January 27. The hosts registered a comfortable victory in the three-match series opener to start the proceedings in grand style.

Ellyse Perry exhibits splendid bowling show

Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Australia Women put up a strong performance on the field. South Africa Women began their innings with determination, but could only post a total of 147/6 in their allotted 20 overs.

Tazmin Brits was the top scorer for South Africa Women, contributing 59 runs off 54 deliveries, including six boundaries and two sixes. Other notable contributions came from Laura Wolvaardt (16 runs) and Sune Luus (19 runs).

Australia Women’s bowlers showcased their skills, with Ellyse Perry leading the pack with two crucial wickets for just 13 runs in her three overs. Darcie Brown also made an impact, taking two wickets for 20 runs in her three overs.

Beth Mooney helps Australia chase down the target with ease

In response, Australia Women chased down the target with ease, finishing at 149/2 in 19.1 overs. Beth Mooney was the standout performer with the bat, scoring a brilliant half-century. She smashed 72 runs off 57 deliveries, including 11 fours and one six. Captain Alyssa Healy provided strong support with 46 runs off 28 balls.

Despite efforts from South Africa Women’s bowling attack, including Marizanne Kapp and Nadine de Klerk picking up one wicket each, they couldn’t contain the Australian batters. With this convincing performance, Australia Women secured victory by 8 wickets, setting a strong start to the series.

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