New Delhi: New Zealand hammered South Africa by 32 runs in the final at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on Sunday to lift the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 title. The White Ferns rode on a brilliant all-round performance from all-rounder Amelia Kerr to clinch their maiden title after getting the better of the Proteas in the blockbuster summit clash.
Kerr played a valuable knock of 43 runs to help New Zealand post a strong total of 158 runs on the board, batting first in the final before picking up a three-wicket haul to star in her side’s victory. Thanks to Kerr’s brilliant spell, New Zealand managed to restrict the Proteas women to 126/9 in 20 overs to lift the elusive trophy, capping off a dream World Cup campaign.
The New Zealand players celebrated their memorable triumph in style as they were spotted singing a traditional Maori folk song together after their victory in the final. After dazzling on the field with her all-round effort, Kerr showcased her skills with the guitar as her teammates sang the traditional Maori folk song ‘Te iwi e’ in Dubai. ICC shared a video of the New Zealand players singing together to celebrate their victory.
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It was a historic Sunday for New Zealand as both the men’s and women’s cricket teams achieved rare feats. While the women’s team lifted their maiden T20 World Cup title after beating South Africa, Tom Latham-led New Zealand men’s team defeated India by 8 wickets in the 1st Test between the two sides in Bengaluru to record their first Test victory on Indian soil after 36 years.
