By Canadian Press

New Zealand wins cricket’s Women’s T20 World Cup for 1st time with 32-run victory over South Africa

Oct 20, 2024 | 10:25 AM

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — New Zealand won the Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time, beating South Africa by 32 runs on Sunday.

South Africa was held to 126-9 in 20 overs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in reply to New Zealand’s 158-5 in the final of the 18-day tournament.

South Africa was also seeking to become a first-time champion.

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