South Africa secures win over Pakistan in T20 World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:04 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
South Africa achieved their first victory in the Women's T20 World Cup by defeating Pakistan by two wickets at Edgbaston. Initially struggling against Pakistan's bowling, which included 3-16 from Fatima Sana, South Africa's innings was bolstered by Annerie Dercksen's 52 runs. Pakistan's batting faltered, collapsing to 29-5, before Fatima's unbeaten 55 helped them post 126-9. Despite earlier setbacks, South Africa successfully chased the target with 16.4 overs completed. Both teams aim for better performances in their next matches as they navigate a challenging group.
- •South Africa scores 127-8, chasing Pakistan's 126-9
- •Marizanne Kapp earns 3-23 with the ball
- •Fatima Sana contributes with both bat and ball for Pakistan
- •South Africa's next match will be crucial for standings
- •Pakistan has suffered two consecutive defeats in the tournament
- 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — South Africa bounce back with win over Pakistan
- 9:04 PMBBC Sport — South Africa bounce back with win over Pakistan
"Marizanne Kapp and Annerie Dercksen star as South Africa bounce back from defeat in their opening game, while Pakistan remain winless.
"Marizanne Kapp and Annerie Dercksen star as South Africa bounce back from defeat in their opening game, while Pakistan remain winless.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 9:04 PMSouth Africa bounce back with win over Pakistan
Marizanne Kapp and Annerie Dercksen star as South Africa bounce back from defeat in their opening game, while Pakistan remain winless.
- BBC SportJun 17, 2026, 9:04 PMSouth Africa bounce back with win over Pakistan
Marizanne Kapp and Annerie Dercksen star as South Africa bounce back from defeat in their opening game, while Pakistan remain winless.
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