Wed Sep 18 18:37:00 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Women Level T20I Series with Thrilling 13-Run Win Over South Africa

**Multan, Pakistan:** Pakistan’s women’s cricket team levelled the three-match T20I series against South Africa with a nail-biting 13-run victory at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. The win came after a spirited performance from Pakistan’s batters and a disciplined bowling effort that ultimately proved too much for the Proteas to overcome.

Pakistan, batting first after South Africa won the toss, posted a formidable total of 181/4. Muneeba Ali (45 off 34) and Fatima Sana (37 off 23) led the charge with fiery innings, while former captain Nida Dar smashed a quickfire 29 off 21 balls, surpassing the 2000-run mark in the process. Aliya Riaz also contributed a valuable 17 off 7 balls towards the end of the innings.

Chasing a target of 182, South Africa got off to a shaky start losing opener Tazmin Brits early. Though Sune Luus (53 off 29) and Chloe Tryon (30 off 16) offered resistance, South Africa ultimately fell short by 13 runs, finishing their innings on 168/4. Sadia Iqbal (2 wickets) and Nashra Sandhu (2 wickets) were the pick of the bowlers for Pakistan.

The series decider is set to take place on Friday at the Multan Cricket Stadium. With the series now tied at 1-1, the match promises to be a thrilling encounter.

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