Netball Scoop provides comprehensive coverage of the Australian Diamonds vs South African Proteas 2025 series, including stats, photos, and key discussion points.
In the first test, Australian captain Liz Watson became the most capped Australian midcourter with 92 appearances. Additionally, coach Stacey Marinkovich moved into fifth place on the list of most matches coached for Australia.
Liz Watson and Shadine van der Merwe get hands on the ball.
Image: Shaun Sharp/Sporting Moments by Shaun
Australia 64 def South Africa 53 (14-14, 20-12, 16-15, 14-12)
The Diamonds secured a comfortable win in their first test in 11 months, despite the Proteas demonstrating significant potential and improvement in their game.
Author's summary: Australia defeats South Africa 64-53.