South Africa Women won by 64 runs over Zimbabwe Women in the second T20I of the South Africa Women tour of Zimbabwe 2026, piling up 193/3 before restricting the hosts to 129/7. Anneke Bosch was the standout performer and Player of the Match, scoring 65 in South Africa’s commanding total before taking two wickets in Zimbabwe’s chase.

The victory followed South Africa’s six-wicket win with 41 balls remaining in the opening T20I, extending their run of match wins in the five-match contest. Three T20Is remain, beginning with the third match on Tuesday, September 15.

South Africa Women build an imposing 193

South Africa Women set the tone with a formidable 193/3 from their 20 overs. Bosch led the innings with 65, while Faye Tunnicliffe made 52 and Annerie Dercksen added 36 as the visitors maintained the scoring momentum through the innings.

Zimbabwe’s bowlers had to work hard against a deep batting effort. Tendai Makusha returned 1/23 from three overs, Michelle Mavunga claimed 1/25 from four overs, and Lindokuhle Mabhero took 1/40 in her four-over spell. Their wickets limited South Africa to three dismissals, but the visitors had already assembled a total that demanded an exceptional chase.

Naidu and Bosch close out the chase

Zimbabwe Women reached 129/7 in response, with Christine Mutasa top-scoring on 30. Nyasha Gwanzura contributed 18 and Nomvelo Sibanda made 15, but the chase never gathered the sustained momentum required to threaten 194.

Seshnie Naidu was the leading wicket-taker with three wickets, while Bosch’s two wickets completed an influential all-round display. Eliz-Mari Marx also took one wicket as South Africa kept Zimbabwe’s batters under control across the full 20 overs and sealed a comprehensive 64-run result.

Key performers

  • Anneke Bosch, South Africa Women: 65 runs and 2 wickets; Player of the Match.
  • Faye Tunnicliffe, South Africa Women: 52 runs.
  • Annerie Dercksen, South Africa Women: 36 runs.
  • Seshnie Naidu, South Africa Women: 3 wickets.
  • Christine Mutasa, Zimbabwe Women: 30 runs.
  • Tendai Makusha, Zimbabwe Women: 1/23 from 3 overs.
  • Michelle Mavunga, Zimbabwe Women: 1/25 from 4 overs.
  • Lindokuhle Mabhero, Zimbabwe Women: 1/40 from 4 overs.

NerdSports Stat: Bosch’s 65 was two runs more than Zimbabwe’s three highest scorers combined: Christine Mutasa (30), Nyasha Gwanzura (18) and Nomvelo Sibanda (15) made 63 between them.

The result does not decide the five-match series, with Zimbabwe Women having three opportunities remaining to respond. The series standing after this match is listed as 0-0, with the third T20I scheduled for Tuesday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between Zimbabwe Women and South Africa Women?

South Africa Women won the match by 64 runs.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Anneke Bosch was named Player of the Match for scoring 65 runs and taking 2 wickets.

What is the series standing after this match?

The series standing after the second T20I is listed as 0-0, with three matches remaining.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Anneke Bosch top-scored with 65 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

The next match is the third T20I between Zimbabwe Women and South Africa Women on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.