In their first home match since claiming the runners-up spot in the World Cup in August, England held off a strong South African fightback to come through 54-51 in the first of their three-match series; Eleanor Cardwell top scored for the Red Roses with 34 goals
Last Updated: 05/12/23 9:18pm
Eleanor Cardwell scored 34 goals as England got off to a winning start in their Netball International Series against South Africa in Manchester.
In their first home match since claiming the runners-up spot in the World Cup in August, the hosts held off a strong South African fightback to come through 54-51 in the first of their three-match series.
Coach Jess Thirlby handed out five debuts and England started well with Imogen Allison especially impressive as they finished the first quarter with a 16-11 advantage.
England extended their lead to eight points after the second quarter but South Africa edged the third by a point and came on strong late on, forcing the Roses to hold on to earn their win.
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Source : Sky Sports
