South Africa Women vs New Zealand Women: New Zealand Wins 3rd T20I by Six Wickets

In a decisive match at Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand Women triumphed over South Africa Women by six wickets in the 3rd T20I held on March 20, 2026. This victory gives New Zealand a 2-1 lead in the five-match T20I series.

South Africa Women batted first, scoring 149 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Sophie Devine was instrumental in New Zealand’s chase, scoring 55 runs off 38 balls, while Amelia Kerr contributed with 30 runs off 28 balls.

The match followed a competitive series, with the first T20I played on March 15, 2026, where New Zealand won by a substantial margin of 80 runs. South Africa responded in the second T20I on March 17, 2026, securing their victory by 18 runs, leveling the series at 1-1.

With a total of 19 T20I matches played between the two teams, New Zealand has emerged victorious in 13 of those encounters, while South Africa has won 5 times. This ongoing series highlights the competitive spirit and skill of both teams.

The next match, the 4th T20I, is scheduled for March 22, 2026, at the Sky Stadium in Wellington, followed by the 5th T20I on March 25, 2026, at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

As the series progresses, fans eagerly await the upcoming matches to see if South Africa can level the series or if New Zealand will secure a definitive lead.