Top-order troubles leave SA Women in peril

PERFORMANCES with the bat over the next two games in the Tri-Series between Sri Lanka and India will be crucial, if the Proteas Women are to progress in the short tournament.

- JEHRAN NAIDOO

More than just progressing, a solid showing with the bat in the upcoming matches would also affirm the hard work the squad has been putting in during training.

At present, however, the situation does not seem to be swinging in favour of the green and gold.

The team is coming off two consecutive defeats, with coach Mandla Mashimbyi stating there were no excuses for the poor batting displays.

The Proteas Women lost their first match of the series after being bowled out in the 49th over by India, falling short by 15 runs.

A heroic effort by Tazmin Brits, who scored 109 from 107 deliveries, was not enough to carry them over the line against a dominant Indian side. The middle-order collapsed, and the tail end was quickly wiped out.

A few days later, Sri Lanka claimed victory over the Proteas, winning by five wickets with 21 balls to spare.