Otago Daily Times

Ferns lose series

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Cricket: The White Ferns have lost their ODI series against England, being bowled out for 118 in the second match in Derby.

Chasing 242 for victory, New Zealand lost its final seven wickets for 43 runs to lose by 123 runs. England won the opening game by 142 runs.

Skipper Suzie Bates (24) and Maddy Green (20) were the only New Zealand players to reach 20.

Tami Beaumount (67 from 76 balls) topscored for England as it was bowled out for 241 in 48 overs. Natalie Sciver scored 54 for her 10th ODI halfton.

Sophie Devine, Leigh Kasperek and Jess Watkin all took two wickets each.

The third and final game is in Leicester on Saturday. — NZME

 ?? PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES ?? Suzie Bates bats for New Zealand against England in an ODI in Derby yesterday.
PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES Suzie Bates bats for New Zealand against England in an ODI in Derby yesterday.

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