Proteas Women Aim for T20 Whitewash, Opt to Bowl First vs Pakistan
The Pakistan women’s team won the toss in the third T20 International against the Proteas women, electing to bat first. This match took place at Willowmoore Park in Benoni, marking a critical point in the series.
Proteas Women Aim for T20 Whitewash Against Pakistan
The Proteas women have already clinched the series, having secured victories in the first two T20 matches by five wickets and six wickets, respectively. The first match was held at JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom, while the second took place in Benoni. This third match presents an opportunity for the Proteas to achieve a clean sweep before they head to the T20 World Cup in England and Wales later this year.
Series Highlights
- First T20I: Proteas won by 5 wickets.
- Second T20I: Proteas won by 6 wickets.
- Final T20I: Scheduled in Benoni, with Pakistan opting to bat first.
Pakistan, despite facing two losses, is determined to secure a consolation victory. Both teams aim to build momentum as they transition into a three-match ODI series starting in Bloemfontein on Sunday.
Team Line-ups
Here are the players selected for both teams:
| Proteas Women | Pakistan Women |
|---|---|
| Tazmin Brits | Muneeba Ali (wk) |
| Lara Goodall | Gull Feroza |
| Laura Wolvaardt (capt) | Ayesha Zafar |
| Dane van Niekerk | Sidra Amin |
| Marizanne Kapp | Natalia Pervaiz |
| Nadine de Klerk | Fatima Sana (capt) |
| Annerie Dercksen | Aliya Riaz |
| Karabo Meso (wk) | Tuba Hassan |
| Masabat Klaas | Tasmia Rubab |
| Ayabonga Khaka | Nashra Sandhu |
| Nonkululeko Mlaba | Sadia Iqbal |
As the Proteas women aim for a T20 whitewash, the outcome of this match will be significant for both teams as they prepare for upcoming challenges.
