England Women Secure Series Win Over New Zealand with 6-Wicket Victory
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LONDON: England Women clinched an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand Women with a 6-wicket victory. Poor fielding plagued the visitors, as they dropped several catches and struggled with ground fielding. Alice Capsey remained unbeaten on 67, guiding England through a challenging chase.
Winning the toss, England chose to bowl. Lauren Filer struck early, dismissing Georgia Plimmer for a golden duck. Suzie Bates and Amelia Kerr steadied New Zealand with a 52-run partnership before Sophie Ecclestone removed Bates in the 8th over.
Following Bates' dismissal, New Zealand lost wickets regularly, but skipper Sophie Devine's unbeaten half-century lifted them to a competitive 141/8, with three boundaries in the final over. Ecclestone starred with the ball, claiming 4/25, while Filer took two wickets, and Sarah Glenn and Freya Kemp chipped in with one each.
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In response, England lost Maia Bouchier on the first ball. Sophia Dunkley and Capsey added 66 runs for the second wicket before Dunkley fell. Nat Sciver-Brunt was out for a golden duck, but Capsey found support in Amy Jones. Capsey's unbeaten 67 and Fryea Kemp's quick 16 off 8 balls sealed the win for England.
Score Summary:
- England: Sophia Dunkley (35 off 26), Alice Capsey (67* off 60), Freya Kemp (16* off 8); Sophie Ecclestone (4-25), Lauren Filer (2-17)
- New Zealand: Suzie Bates (38 off 27), Amelia Kerr (23 off 18), Sophie Devine (58* off 42); Fran Jonas (2-23)