England Women Dominate South Africa with Stellar Bowling Display

Ryana MacDonald-Gay and Lauren Bell shine as England secure a commanding position in the one-off Test match in Bloemfontein.

• Debutant Ryana MacDonald-Gay and Lauren Bell were instrumental in South Africa's dramatic batting collapse on day two, reducing the hosts from 237-3 to 281 all out.
• MacDonald-Gay, a late call-up to the squad, claimed two critical wickets, dismissing experienced players Marizanne Kapp and Nadine de Klerk with the old ball.
• Lauren Bell took four wickets for 49 runs, including three in two overs, showcasing accuracy and patience with the Kookaburra ball on a flat pitch.
• England's seamers, including Nat Sciver-Brunt and Lauren Filer, collectively maintained pressure with disciplined bowling, exploiting challenging conditions under floodlights post-tea.
• England ended day two at 31-1 in their second innings, aiming to build a substantial lead on day three to secure their first Test victory in a decade.

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