'Nerves of steel' Marizanne Kapp leading SA's World Cup charge
When the Proteas were crumbling on Thursday, Marizanne Kapp stood firm, delivering a match-winning performance that was based in confidence, composure and belief.
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ICC Women's World Cup: South Africa Hold Nerve To Register Win Over New Zealand
Ayabonga Khaka and Shabnim Ismail's fiery spell backed by Laura Wolvaardt's blistering knock helped South Africa defeat New Zealand in the ongoing ICC Women's ODI World Cup at Seddon Park on Thursday. Sophie Devine's innings of 93 went in vain as South Africa bowlers Ismail and Khaka scalped three wickets respectively that bowled out New Zealand on 228.
Salima Tete to lead India in FIH Women's Junior World Cup
Salima Tete was on Thursday named captain of the 20-member Indian team for the FIH Women's Junior World Cup, starting in Potchefstroom, South Africa on April 1. Defender Ishika Chadhary will serve as Tete's deputy for the tournament which was postponed from December last year to 2022 due to the omicron-threat in South Africa. Mid-fielders Sharmila Devi, Lalremsiami, who were part of the Indian women's team that finished fourth in the Tokyo Olympics, are also in the squad.
Aine O'Gorman and Abbie Larkin relish 'invaluable' Pinatar Cup effect for Ireland
Aine O'Gorman and Abbie Larkin are at very different points in their careers.
Cricket World Cup: South Africa beat New Zealand in thriller
Marizanne Kapp was again the hero as South Africa came through to beat New Zealand by two wickets in yet another tight finish at the Women's World Cup.
Henrik Stenson’s Ryder Cup captaincy appointment puts Saudi League talk to rest
Henrik Stenson’s appointment as Ryder Cup captain ended speculation about his potential involvement in the Saudi Golf League with the Swede insisting he was fully committed to the European Tour.
Celtic vs Rangers at Sydney Super Cup 'in serious doubt' as trouble brews over controversial tournament
Celtic and Rangers ' trip Down Under later this year is in "serious doubt", according to a report.
Kapp the star as Proteas win another World Cup blockbuster, remain undefeated
Marizanne Kapp was the hero for the Proteas again on Thursday, hitting 36* (35) in Hamilton to see her side home in yet another final over thriller against New Zealand at the Women's Cricket World Cup.