• New Zealand defeated England in the third Women’s T20I.

  • Sophie Devine was named Player of the Match for her splendid all-round performance.

Twitter reactions: Sophie Devine’s all-round show helps New Zealand beat England in a thrilling 3rd Women’s T20I
New Zealand beat England in the 3rd Women's T20I

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In the thrilling encounter between New Zealand Women and England Women at Saxton Oval, the hosts emerged victorious by a narrow margin of 3 runs, keeping themselves alive in the 5-match series after losing both the first two games. It was an electrifying match that showcased top-notch cricketing skills from both sides.

Sophie Devine takes New Zealand to a decent total

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, New Zealand Women posted a competitive total of 155/3 in their allotted 20 overs. Sophie Devine‘s blistering knock of 60 runs off 37 deliveries, supported by Bernadine Bezuidenhout‘s 34 and Amelia Kerr‘s 44, propelled the home team to a challenging total.

Devine continues her splendid show with the ball

In response, England Women fought valiantly but fell short of the target, managing 152/8 in their 20 overs. Maia Bouchier‘s impressive innings of 71 runs off 47 balls kept England’s hopes alive, but the New Zealand bowlers held their nerve to secure the win. Devine, not only excelling with the bat but also with the ball, claimed 2 crucial wickets for the hosts.

Both teams exhibited commendable performances throughout the match, with moments of brilliance shining through in batting, bowling, and fielding departments. Devine’s exceptional all-round display earned her the well-deserved Player of the Match award. Her impactful contributions with both bat and ball played a pivotal role in New Zealand’s triumph.

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Here is how Twitter reacted:

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