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Sciver-Brunt’s half century helps England Women earn win over South Africa
Nat Sciver-Brunt's half-century led England Women to a four-wicket win over South Africa in their opening IT20 match in East London.
England needed 57 from the final six overs but Amy Jones and Sciver-Brunt hit 22 from the 15th over to swing momentum England’s way and reach their target of 143.
Spinner Charlie Dean was the pick of England bowlers with 2-21, which included the key wicket of Proteas skipper Laura Wolvaardt with Ecclestone, Freya Kemp and Sarah Glenn all taking a wicket each.
South Africa were 64-4 but recovered to post 142-5, Annerie Dercksen and Nadine de Klerk contributing with 26 and 29 respectively.
The two teams are back in action on Wednesday 27 November for their second IT20 in Benoni,
Nat Sciver-Brunt’s post-match media conference is available to watch and download here.
England Women tour to South Africa fixtures
IT20 series
Sunday, 24 November: South Africa vs England – Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium, East London – England won by four wickets
Wednesday, 27 November: South Africa vs England – Willowmoore Park, Benoni
Saturday, 30 November: South Africa vs England – SuperSport Park, Centurion
ODI series
Wednesday, 4 December: South Africa vs England – Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
Sunday, 8 December: South Africa vs England – Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium, Durban
Wednesday, 11 December: South Africa vs England – JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
Test match
15-18 December: South Africa v England - Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
ENDS
