Indore, Oct 6 (UNI) South Africa Women defeated New Zealand Women by six wickets with 9.1 overs to spare in the 7th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at Holkar Cricket Stadium here today.

New Zealand, winning the toss and electing to bat, were restricted to 231 all out in 47.5 overs.

Amelia Kerr (2/62), Lea Tahuhu (1/27), and Jess Kerr (1/41) claimed wickets, while key contributions in the lower order, including a fighting 85 from Sophie Devine, kept New Zealand competitive.

South Africa’s bowlers struck regularly in the final overs, with Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, and Nadine de Klerk effecting run-outs and crucial catches, reducing New Zealand to 231/10.

Chasing the target, South Africa staged a commanding run chase. Tazmin Brits led the charge with 101 off 89 balls, her i

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