South Africa Women vs Bangladesh Women Highlights – SA-W vs BAN-W Thriller | Shorna Akter & Nadine de Klerk Shine

📰 Match Summary: SA-W vs BAN-W (Vizag, 2025)

South Africa Women once again proved their fighting spirit as they clinched another nail-biting 3-wicket win over Bangladesh Women in Vizag. The match, full of twists and tension, saw the lower order rise to the occasion — with Nadine de Klerk playing a crucial unbeaten knock for the second consecutive game.

Bangladesh Women, led by Sharmin Akhter (50) and *Shorna Akter (51)**, posted a competitive 232/6 after opting to bat first. Despite early hiccups, South Africa’s experienced duo Marizanne Kapp (56) and Chloe Tryon (62) steadied the chase before de Klerk sealed the game with just three balls remaining.

🇧🇩 Bangladesh Women’s Innings: Patient Start, Explosive Finish

Bangladesh began cautiously, with openers Sharmin Akhter and Rubya Haider putting on a steady partnership. Sharmin’s composed fifty (50 off 77 balls, 6 fours) anchored the innings as Bangladesh reached 53/1 in 15 overs.

After the dismissal of Fargana Hoque (25 off 52), skipper Nigar Sultana joined Sharmin to add a valuable 77-run stand. At 150/2 in 40 overs, Bangladesh looked well set before a mini-collapse left them at 195/6.

Then came the game-changer — Shorna Akter. Her unbeaten 51 off 35 balls (3 fours, 3 sixes) lifted Bangladesh to 232/6, turning a moderate score into a challenging total.

Top Performers (BAN W):

🏏 Shorna Akter – 51* (35)

🏏 Sharmin Akhter – 50 (77)

👑 Nigar Sultana – 29 (37)

🎯 Nonkululeko Mlaba – 2/42

🇿🇦 South Africa Women’s Chase: Early Collapse, Then Redemption

South Africa’s chase got off to a rough start as Tazmin Brits fell for a duck, followed by quick wickets of Wolvaardt (run out) and Anneke Bosch (caught mid-off) — leaving them reeling at 62/3.

When they slipped to 78/5, Bangladesh Women, powered by Nahida Akter (2/44) and Rabeya Khan, looked in complete control.

But then Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon turned the tide. Their 85-run partnership brought South Africa back in the hunt. Kapp’s classy fifty included a towering six, while Tryon’s aggressive stroke play kept the scoreboard ticking.

After Kapp’s dismissal, Tryon continued the charge and reached her half-century, aided by a crucial drop in the deep. With 37 needed off 36 balls, Nadine de Klerk took charge — smashing boundaries at key moments and keeping her cool under pressure.

A dropped catch by Bangladesh in the penultimate over proved costly, as de Klerk finished things off in style with a four and a six, taking South Africa Women to victory in 49.3 overs.

Top Performers (SA W):

🌟 Chloe Tryon – 62 (63)

🌟 Marizanne Kapp – 56 (69)

💥 Nadine de Klerk – 37* (29)

🎯 Nahida Akter – 2/44

📊 Match Result:

Bangladesh Women: 232/6 (50 overs)

South Africa Women: 235/7 (49.3 overs)

✅ Result: South Africa Women won by 3 wickets

🏆 Player of the Match: Nadine de Klerk

🏁 Final Thoughts:

This thrilling SA-W vs BAN-W encounter was a reminder of how exciting women’s cricket has become. Bangladesh Women, led by Shorna Akter and Nigar Sultana, fought valiantly, but the calm and composure of Nadine de Klerk under pressure once again pulled South Africa Women through.

With this win, South Africa National Cricket Team (Women) climbs to third place on the points table — setting up the next matches with renewed confidence and momentum. 

🏏 Lower Order Bails South Africa Out Again in Another Thrilling Win | SA-W vs BAN-W Match Report

Last Updated: Tue, Oct 14, 2025 • 08:29 AM IST

By Cricbuzz Staff

Nadine de Klerk helped South Africa cross the line for the second game in a row.

📋 Match Summary: SA-W vs BAN-W (Vizag, 2025)

South Africa Women once again showed incredible composure as they clinched another nail-biting 3-wicket win over Bangladesh Women in Vizag. The thrilling finish came courtesy of Nadine de Klerk, who guided her team home for the second game in a row.

Bangladesh Women, led by Sharmin Akhter (50) and Shorna Akter (51*), posted a competitive 232/6. However, South Africa’s experienced duo Marizanne Kapp (56) and Chloe Tryon (62) stabilized the chase before de Klerk sealed it with just three balls remaining.

🇧🇩 Bangladesh Women’s Innings: Patient Start, Explosive Finish

Bangladesh started cautiously, with Sharmin Akhter anchoring the innings. Her composed knock of 50 off 77 balls included six boundaries. After losing Rubya Haider (30) and Fargana Hoque (25), Bangladesh reached 150/2 in 40 overs with support from captain Nigar Sultana (29).

But the momentum shifted when Shorna Akter unleashed a late blitz. Her unbeaten 51 off 35 balls (3 fours, 3 sixes) powered Bangladesh Women to a fighting total of 232/6 in 50 overs.

• Top Performers (BAN W):
• 🏏 Shorna Akter – 51* (35)
• 🏏 Sharmin Akhter – 50 (77)
• 👑 Nigar Sultana – 29 (37)
• 🎯 Nonkululeko Mlaba – 2/42

🇿🇦 South Africa Women’s Chase: Collapse to Comeback

South Africa’s chase began on the wrong foot as Tazmin Brits bagged a duck. Soon after, Wolvaardt and Bosch also departed, leaving the visitors reeling at 62/3. Bangladesh’s bowlers, especially Nahida Akter (2/44) and Rabeya Khan, tightened the screws further to make it 78/5.

Then came the counterattack from Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon. Their 85-run partnership revived the innings. Kapp’s elegant fifty included a towering six, while Tryon’s aggression turned the tide. Despite Kapp’s dismissal, Tryon’s fifty and de Klerk’s calm finishing touch took South Africa home in 49.3 overs.

• Top Performers (SA W):
• 🌟 Chloe Tryon – 62 (63)
• 🌟 Marizanne Kapp – 56 (69)
• 💥 Nadine de Klerk – 37* (29)
• 🎯 Nahida Akter – 2/44

📊 Match Result

Bangladesh Women: 232/6 (50 overs)

South Africa Women: 235/7 (49.3 overs)

Result: South Africa Women won by 3 wickets

Player of the Match: Nadine de Klerk

🏁 Final Thoughts

This intense SA-W vs BAN-W clash proved why women’s cricket is growing in excitement and competitiveness. Despite strong performances by Shorna Akter and Nigar Sultana, the cool-headed Nadine de Klerk ensured that South Africa National Cricket Team (Women) secured another memorable win.

With this victory, South Africa climbs to third place on the points table, gaining crucial momentum for their upcoming fixtures.

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