Sophie Devine drops Sophie Dunkley of England during their opening Twenty20 in Chelmsford. PhotosportThe White Ferns have lost their eighth straight Twenty20 international against England after a rusty opener to their three-match series in Chelmsford. Chasing 184 for victory, New Zealand were bowled out for 138 in the 19th over to lose by 47 runs. New Zealand have now lost 17 of their last 18 Twenty20s against England with their last victory coming in 2015. With veterans Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates dismissed by the third over what was already a massive challenge became even more daunting for New Zealand.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 01, 2021 20:37 UTC