Proteas Women Hand Ireland a Stunning Defeat in Newlands Opening T20 International

South Africa posted a substantial 220/2 innings after winning the toss and batting first, before bowling visitors Ireland out for 115 in 18 overs, to win the opening of three T20I’s at World Sports Betting Newlands in Claremont, Cape Town, on Friday, 5 December, 2025 All Photos: Cricket South Africa

The Proteas Women delivered a statement-making performance in Cape Town, routing Ireland Women by a 105 runs thanks to Laura Wolvaardt’s unbeaten record-setting 115* and Suné Luus’ brilliant 81 runs and 4/22

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