New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women 4th T20l: New Zealand Women continued their impressive run of form by securing the T20I series against South Africa Women, delivering a confident performance that sends a strong message ahead of the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
The hosts sealed the series with a convincing victory in the fourth T20I, showcasing depth in both batting and bowling while maintaining composure under pressure.
New Zealand Women delivered a clinical performance to defeat South Africa Women by 6 wickets in the 4th T20I at Wellington, sealing the series with a dominant display.
New Zealand Women’s National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women’s National Cricket Team Match Overview:
| Match | 4th T20I |
| Series | South Africa Women’s tour of New Zealand 2026 |
| Venue | Sky Stadium, Wellington |
| Date | 22 March 2026 |
| Toss | South Africa Women elected to bat |
| Result | New Zealand Women won by 6 wickets |
Full Scorecard (New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women)
South Africa Women Innings – 159/6 (20 Overs)
South Africa posted a competitive total, thanks to a strong finish led by Annerie Dercksen.
- Annerie Dercksen – 55* (32)
- Sune Luus – 30 (29)
- Nadine de Klerk – 20 (14)
- Extras – 9
Top Bowling (New Zealand):
- Jess Kerr – 3/16 (4 overs)
- Amelia Kerr – 1/32
- Sophie Devine – 1/27
South Africa reached 159/6 after steady middle-overs acceleration and late hitting.
New Zealand Women Innings – 160/4 (18.3 Overs)
New Zealand chased the target comfortably with aggressive batting.
- Sophie Devine – 64 (34)
- Amelia Kerr – 31 (29)
- Georgia Plimmer – 29 (22)
- Brooke Halliday – 16*
Top Bowling (South Africa):
- Chloe Tryon – 2 wickets
- Nonkululeko Mlaba – 1 wicket
- Annerie Dercksen – 1 wicket
New Zealand completed the chase in just 18.3 overs, showing complete control.
Key Moments of the Match
- South Africa crossed 150 in 19.3 overs, finishing strong
- Sophie Devine reached her fifty in just 27 balls
- New Zealand crossed 100 runs in 13 overs, maintaining a high run rate
- Final partnership ensured a smooth finish without pressure
Player of the Match (New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women)
Jess Kerr
- 3 wickets for 16 runs
- Controlled the middle overs and broke key partnerships
Playing XI
New Zealand Women
Plimmer, Gaze (WK), Amelia Kerr, Devine, Halliday, Green, Bates, Jess Kerr, Tahuhu, Mair
South Africa Women
Luus, Brits, Wolvaardt (C), Dercksen, Tryon, de Klerk, Reyneke, Meso (WK), Klaas, Hlubi, Mlaba
Match Analysis
New Zealand’s win was built on:
- Strong bowling in middle overs
- Early control during chase
- Captain Sophie Devine’s explosive batting
- Balanced team performance
South Africa showed promise through Dercksen’s innings but lacked consistent partnerships.
Match Summary: New Zealand Chase Down 160 with Ease
In the crucial fourth T20I played at Wellington, South Africa Women posted a competitive total of 159/6 in 20 overs after opting to bat first.
However, New Zealand Women responded with authority, chasing down the target in just 18.3 overs with 6 wickets in hand, underlining their dominance in the series.
This win gave New Zealand an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series, effectively sealing the contest before the final game.
Key Performers Who Defined the Match (New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women)
Sophie Devine Leads from the Front
Captain Sophie Devine once again proved her class with a powerful 64 runs off 34 balls, anchoring the chase and accelerating at the right moments.
Her innings ensured New Zealand stayed ahead of the required rate throughout the chase.
Jess Kerr Shines with the Ball
Jess Kerr delivered a crucial bowling performance and was named Player of the Match, playing a key role in restricting South Africa to a manageable total.
South Africa’s Fightback Falls Short
Annerie Dercksen’s fighting 55-run knock gave South Africa hope, but lack of support from other batters prevented them from posting a bigger total.
Series Highlights: Complete Control by New Zealand
- New Zealand showed consistency across all departments
- Strong opening and middle-order partnerships ensured stability
- Bowlers executed plans effectively, especially in key moments
- South Africa struggled to convert starts into match-winning performances
Earlier in the series, New Zealand also registered dominant wins, including a massive 80-run victory in the opening match, highlighting their superiority.
What This Means Ahead of the T20 World Cup
This series win comes at the perfect time for New Zealand Women. Their balanced squad, experienced leadership, and match-winning players make them serious contenders going into the World Cup.
Why New Zealand Look Strong:
- In-form captain and senior players
- Reliable bowling attack with wicket-taking options
- Ability to chase under pressure
- Consistent team performances across matches
For South Africa, the series exposed areas that need improvement, particularly in finishing games and handling pressure situations.
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