In a tight contest, Kapp and Tryon’s composure proved crucial, guiding South Africa to a narrow 3-wicket win.

Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bat first.

South Africa struggled to take wickets early as Bangladesh batted with a lot of patience and control. 

Most of the Protea’s wickets came in the final 10 overs; however, by that time Bangladesh had already built a solid platform and went on to post a competitive total of 235.

Shorna Akter 51*(35) and Sharmin Akhter 50 (77) were the standout batters.

Nonkululeko Mlaba was the standout bowler, taking 2-42.

South Africa struggled with the bat, losing key wickets and facing tight bowling. However, Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon brought them back into the game with a crucial partnership. 

Tryon’s 62 (69) and Kapps’s 56 (71) helped the Proteas secure a 3-wicket win.

“Nerves are shot, that was a lot closer than we wanted but glad we got the points,” said Proteas captain Laura Wolvaardt. 

“[Bowling] Tried to stay patient, thought slower balls were working well, bowl for the stumps. Frustrating not to get wickets early but they applied themselves well and Shorna was amazing at the end. 

“[Batting] Kappy and Chloe were amazing. Not the start that we wanted. Tried to be watchful, build partnerships but we lost wickets. 

“[Tight games] At least we’re getting over the line. There’s been times we’ve lost these games, and our middle order scoring runs is good to know. 

“[Klaas hanging in with NDK] That lap at the end of incredible, we’ll be talking about that for a long time.”