{"id":33086,"date":"2026-04-01T06:31:28","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T06:31:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christiancorner.us\/index.php\/2026\/04\/01\/with-the-help-of-amelia-kerrs-179-run-innings-new-zealand-leveled-the-series-win-over-south-africa-in-the-second-womens-odi\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T06:31:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T06:31:41","slug":"with-the-help-of-amelia-kerrs-179-run-innings-new-zealand-leveled-the-series-win-over-south-africa-in-the-second-womens-odi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christiancorner.us\/index.php\/2026\/04\/01\/with-the-help-of-amelia-kerrs-179-run-innings-new-zealand-leveled-the-series-win-over-south-africa-in-the-second-womens-odi\/","title":{"rendered":"With the help of Amelia Kerr’s 179-run innings, New Zealand leveled the series win over South Africa in the second women’s ODI."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In a high-scoring thriller at Basin Reserve, new zealand women<\/strong> set aside the past south african women<\/strong> South Africa Women tour New Zealand by 2 wickets in 2nd ODI 2026. Chasing a tough target of 347 runs, the host team played a sensational innings. amelia kerr<\/strong><\/a> They won with just two balls remaining and leveled the three-match series at 1-1.<\/p>\n

South African women made a strong score<\/strong><\/h2>\n

After being invited to bat, South Africa Women batted brilliantly and scored 346\/6 in 50 overs. The innings started with an excellent 91 runs. Anneke Bosch<\/strong><\/a>Who hit 12 fours in a fluent innings. Laura Wolvaardt<\/strong> While provided a solid start with 69 listen luce<\/strong> Added 40 in a row to keep the momentum going.<\/p>\n

The real rise came in the later stages chloe tryon<\/strong> He played a stormy inning of 52 runs in just 25 balls with the help of five fours and three sixes. sinalo jafta<\/strong> Played a quickfire inning of 37 runs, which ensured that South Africa finished with a huge score. Brie Illing was the best bowler for New Zealand with three wickets, while Kaylee Knight took two wickets.<\/p>\n

Amelia Kerr played a career-defining innings to lead New Zealand to victory.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In reply, New Zealand Women found themselves under early pressure after losing Suzie Bates cheaply. However, Amelia Kerr turned the game around by scoring a breathtaking inning of 179 runs off 139 balls. Displaying remarkable composure and strokeplay, he hit 23 fours and a six and single-handedly helped New Zealand reach the target.<\/p>\n

Kerr received valuable support from Isabella Gaze, who scored a crucial 68 off 48 balls and steadied the innings during the crucial phase. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Kerr’s presence ensured that the required run rate remained within reach.<\/p>\n

Also read: NZ-W vs SA-W, 1st ODI: Kayla Reineke leads South Africa to thrilling win on last ball<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Late drama sets up memorable win<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The match was marred by South Africa women’s leadership struggles to take timely wickets Ayabonga blueprint<\/strong>three skulls and Masabata Class<\/strong>‘ Two. With only a few runs needed, New Zealand remained patient and eventually reached 350\/8 in 49.4 overs.<\/p>\n

jess kerr<\/strong>A quick knock of 14 runs from 7 balls proved crucial in the final moments, helping ease the pressure before scoring the winning runs.<\/p>\n

The series is tied before the decisive match<\/strong><\/h2>\n

With this thrilling win, New Zealand Women have leveled the series after South Africa Women won the 1st ODI by 2 wickets. The stage is now set for an exciting decider, scheduled for Friday, April 3 at Basin Reserve, where both teams will look to win the series in what promises to be another entertaining contest.<\/p>\n

Also read: New Zealand vs South Africa, Women’s ODI Series – Schedule, Team, Broadcast and Live Streaming Details<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n

This article was first published here WomenCricket.com<\/a>A Cricket Times Company.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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