In the first T20I of the South Africa Women’s tour of Pakistan 2024, South Africa edged out Pakistan with a narrow 10-run win. Chasing 133, Pakistan faltered early, reeling at 21 for 4 due to a fierce attack from South African pacers Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka. Despite a late fightback from Aliya Riaz (52*) and Fatima Sana (37*), Pakistan could only manage 122 for 5.
Earlier, South Africa posted 132/4, thanks to Tazmin Brits’ unbeaten 56. Pakistan’s spinners Sadia Iqbal and Nida Dar kept the visitors in check, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
**Brief Scores:**
South Africa: 132/4 (Tazmin Brits 56*, Sadia Iqbal 3-34)
Pakistan: 122/5 (Aliya Riaz 52*, Fatima Sana 37*)