New Zealand Women scripted history in the second ODI against South Africa, chasing a record 347 runs at the Basin Reserve to level the series 1-1. Captain Amelia Kerr smashed an unbeaten 179 off 139 balls, supported by Isabella Gaze’s 68, guiding the White Ferns to a thrilling two-wicket win with two balls to spare.
Wellington: A sensational display of batting by skipper Amelia Kerr as her side, New Zealand Women, scripted history in the second ODI against South Africa Women, achieving the highest successful run chase in women's ODI history at the Basin Reserve to level their three-match series 1-1.
Chasing a mammoth target of 347 runs, Captain Amelia Kerr hammered an unbeaten 179 off 139 balls, steering the White Ferns to a nervy two-wicket win. Kerr's knock was filled with a blend of patience and aggression, where she slammed 23 fours and one six.
Kerr received crucial support from Isabella Gaze (68), their 120-run partnership proving decisive in turning the game. With 11 runs required off the final over, Kerr struck boundaries against Nadine de Klerk to seal victory with two balls to spare.
Earlier, South Africa posted 346/6, powered by Anneke Bosch (91), Laura Wolvaardt (69), and late-fire Chloe Tryon (52)*. Bree Illing was New Zealand's standout bowler, claiming three important wickets.
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