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Scotland exit T20 World Cup after losing to South Africa

SCOTLAND crashed out of the Women’s T20 World Cup yesterday as South Africa cruised to a crushing 80-run win in Dubai.

Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits and Marizanne Kapp all fell just short of half-centuries as South Africa made 166 for five after electing to bat.

Scotland’s reply never recovered from slipping to 34 for three in the powerplay.

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