The South Africa women's cricket team beat India by six wickets in Durban last night. This victory gives the host country a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20 series. 
Here is the schedule for the remaining games in the series:
Match Highlights
India's Innings
South Africa won the coin toss and chose to bowl first. The Indian team scored 157 runs for 7 wickets in their 20 overs. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led the Indian batters. She scored 47 runs and remained not out. Ayabonga Khaka bowled exceptionally well for South Africa. She took three wickets and earned the Player of the Match award. Tumi Sekhukhune took two wickets, and Nonkululeko Mlaba took one wicket.South Africa's Chase
South Africa needed 158 runs to win the game. They reached this target in 19.1 overs. Laura Wolvaardt led the chase and scored 51 runs. Annerie Dercksen played a strong game at the end. She scored 44 runs, stayed not out, and helped finish the match.Looking Ahead to the World Cup
Both teams are using this five-match series to practice and prepare. They want to get ready for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, which begins in June.Here is the schedule for the remaining games in the series:
- Match 2: Sunday in Durban
- Match 3: April 22 in Johannesburg
- Match 4: April 25 in Johannesburg
- Match 5: April 27 at Willowmoore Park in Benoni
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