Sun Sep 28 09:50:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Pakistan defeated South Africa by six wickets in the third and final ODI, salvaging a consolation win after South Africa had already secured the series 2-1. Nashra Sandhu’s career-best six-wicket haul dismantled the South African batting lineup, restricting them to a mere 115. Pakistan chased the target comfortably, led by Sidra Amin’s half-century, despite a brief stutter in the middle overs. The series marked the final international assignment for both teams before the 2025 Women’s World Cup.

**News Article:**

**Pakistan Salvages Win Against South Africa in Final ODI, Series Goes to South Africa**

*Lahore, Pakistan* – Pakistan’s women’s cricket team ended their ODI series against South Africa on a high note, securing a six-wicket victory in the third match held in Lahore. However, the win was merely a consolation as South Africa clinched the series 2-1. The series served as the last international engagement for both teams before the highly anticipated 2025 Women’s World Cup.

South Africa, having already secured the series, rested some key players, but their batting lineup crumbled under the pressure of Pakistan’s Nashra Sandhu. The left-arm spinner delivered a career-best performance, claiming six wickets for just 26 runs and decimating the South African middle order. Only Laura Wolvaardt (28) offered any significant resistance as South Africa were bowled out for a paltry 115 in just 25.5 overs.

Pakistan’s chase began shakily, losing an early wicket, but Muneeba Ali (44) and Sidra Amin steadied the ship with a 65-run partnership. Despite a brief wobble caused by Nadine de Klerk’s double strike, Amin remained composed, notching up her half-century and guiding Pakistan to victory with a score of 117/4 in 31 overs.

While Pakistan celebrated the win, South Africa will head into the World Cup preparations with the series trophy in hand. The match showcased the potential of both teams, setting the stage for exciting contests in the future.

**Brief Scores:**

South Africa 115 in 25.5 overs (Laura Wolvaardt 28; Nashra Sandhu 6-26, Aroob Shah 2-16) lost to Pakistan 117/4 in 31 overs (Sidra Amin 50*, Muneeba Ali 44; Nadine de Klerk 2-19, Nonkululeko Mlaba 2-46) by 6 wickets.

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