October 21, 2024 10:23 AM

New Zealand crowned Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 champions after beating South Africa in final

The White Ferns clinched their maiden Women's T20 World Cup title on Sunday, overcoming South Africa by 32 runs in a thrilling final. Star allrounder Amelia Kerr led from the front, top-scoring with 43 runs and taking 3/23, steering her team to a historic victory at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Put in to bat first, New Zealand's innings began steadily, with veteran opener Suzie Bates contributing 32 runs at the top of the order. In doing so, Bates also set a new record, becoming the...