Twitter reactions: Fargana Hoque’s ton in vain as Anneke Bosch guides South Africa to series-levelling win over Bangladesh in 2nd Women’s ODI

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In a captivating encounter that unfolded on the cricket field, South Africa Women emerged victorious against Bangladesh Women, clinching an impressive eight-wicket win. The hero of the match was undeniably Anneke Bosch, whose stellar performance played a pivotal role in South Africa’s successful chase, outshining the century knock of Bangladesh’s Fargana Hoque.

Fargana Hoque smashes a phenomenal century​

The first innings witnessed commendable displays of skill from the Bangladesh Women’s team, particularly from Fargana, who showcased her prowess with a magnificent century knock. Hoque’s remarkable innings saw her amass 102 runs off 167 balls, featuring 11 exquisite boundaries. Alongside her, Fahima Khatun contributed with a solid 46 runs, while Shamima Sultana added 28 runs to the scoreboard. The team posted a competitive total of 222/4 in their allotted 50 overs.

Marizanne Kapp stood out for South Africa, claiming two wickets for 21 runs in her 9 overs.

Anneke Bosch and other batters shine for South Africa​

Chasing a target of 223, South Africa Women exhibited dominance in their batting display. Anneke led the charge with a brilliant 65 runs off 63 balls, steering her team towards victory. Laura Wolvaardt (54 runs) and Tazmin Brits (50 runs) also made significant contributions to the successful run chase. Sune Luus and others chipped in with valuable runs, guiding South Africa to a score of 223/2 in 45.1 overs.

Fahima Khatun and Ritu Moni took a few crucial wickets for the visitors, but despite their resilience, the Bangladesh team ended up losing the contest as South Africa Women secured a convincing eight-wicket victory in the end.

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Player of the Match​

The match showcased the skill and determination of both teams, providing fans with a well-contested and thrilling spectacle. Anneke’s standout performance earned her the well-deserved ‘Player of the Match’ award.

As the series now hung in the balance (1-1), the next encounter between the two at Willowmoore Park on Saturday (December 23) will determine the fate of the leg.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:​

She became the first Bangladeshi women's cricketer to score a century against India in an ODI in July and today took her second ODI century against South Africa. She is the highest century scorer for Bangladesh in ODIs. Congratulations Fargana Hoque Pinky.#BANWvSAW#BCB pic.twitter.com/vHggOFLKsd

— Md Ifran Ali Bijoy (@IfranAliBijoy20) December 20, 2023

THE PROTEAS WOMEN LEVEL SERIES

Anneke Bosch led the charge for the Proteas Women as they secure 8 wicket victory

The series is tied at 1-1

Next stop in Benoni for the decider #WozaNawe #BePartOfIt #SAWvBANW

— Ashish kumar (@ashuisbad) December 20, 2023

Fargana Hoque Pinky, the only centurion in ODIs among Bangladesh women batters, also becomes the first Bangladeshi to score an ODI hundred overseas.#BCB | #Cricket | #BANWvSAW pic.twitter.com/wJCroe9zuM

— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) December 20, 2023

Anneke Bosch has now hit two 50s in her last four innings in international cricket, including her ODI (65*) and T20I (67) career best

Before this Bangladesh series, she had passed 50 thrice in 29 international innings

Making the most of getting to bat at 3#SAvBAN

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) December 20, 2023

Soumya Sarkar – 169 v NZ at Nelson
Fargana Hoque – 102 v SA at Potchefstroom

This is the FIRST time a male as well as a female cricketer have scored centuries for Bangladesh across any format of international cricket on the same day.#SAvBAN #NZvBAN

— Rhitankar Bandyopadhyay (@rhitankar8616) December 20, 2023

Century for Fargana Hoque!!
What a day for her and Bangladesh in South Africa #SAvBAN

— Kalyani Mangale (@MangaleKalyani) December 20, 2023

Fargana Hoque Pinky scores her 2nd ODI & posted 222-4 vs South Africa in 2nd ODI.
Pinky should've played more aggressively after 40 ovs, i feel were 25-30 runs short cz of her, good inns anyway.
Chasing 220+ vs this attack will be a tough job for SA.#SAWvBANW #SAvBAN

— Mazharul Islam Sayem (@mmash02) December 20, 2023

Terrible selfish innings from Fargana Hoque. #SAWvBANW

— Lukhanyo Am Stan Account (@GoTeamGoSports1) December 20, 2023

She's still only 24 but @LauraWolvaardt now has 35 scores of 50+ in ODIs

No other woman has more than 31 50+ scores before turning 25 in ODIs#SAvBAN

— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) December 20, 2023

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