Islamabad: In the third T20 of the five-match series in Karachi, South Africa Under-19 women's team defeated Pakistan Under-19 women's team by 52 runs tonight. The victory gives South Africa a 2-1 lead in the series, bringing them one step closer to clinching the series win. According to Radio Pakistan, South Africa Under-19 women's team set a challenging target by scoring 158 runs for the loss of six wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The strong batting performance laid a solid foundation for their defense against the host team. In response, the Pakistan Under-19 women's team struggled to chase the target and were bowled out for 106 runs in 18 overs. The South African bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings, ensuring that the Pakistani batsmen could not settle at the crease. With this win, South Africa now leads the series 2-1, placing them in a favorable position to secure the overall series victory in the upcoming matches. The next match will be crucial for Pakistan as they aim to level the series.