England women's cricket team in South Africa in 1960–61
England women's cricket team toured South Africa from 12 November 1960 to 16 January 1961. It was the first ever women's Test series in South Africa. England, captained by Helen Sharpe, played four Tests against South Africa, captained by Sheelagh Nefdt. England won the series 1–0, with three Tests drawn.
Top performers:
- Most runs: Polly Marshall (England) 315, Eileen Hurly (South Africa) 240
- Most wickets: Anne Sanders (England) 17, Lorna Ward (South Africa) 9, Jennifer Gove (England) 9
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