South Africa's fighting spirit shone once again as their lower order produced a heroic display to seal a thrilling three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the Women's World Cup in Visakhapatnam on Monday, Cape town Etc reports.
The Proteas' chase of 233 seemed destined for disaster when they stumbled to 78 for five, but a determined middle and lower order refused to give in. It was a familiar sight for fans who had watched them claw their way back against India just days earlier .
Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon reignited the innings with a defiant 85-run partnership for the sixth wicket. Kapp's composed 56 and Tryon's explosive 62 not only revived South Africa's hopes but also turned the game into a nail-biting contest.