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Women's T20 World Cup results: New Zealand reach final with eight-run win over West Indies

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Deandra Dottin's dynamic 33 from 22 balls, with three sixes, rejuvenated the White Ferns' chase.

West Indies slipped to 63-5 in pursuit of 129 on Sharjah 's slow pitch.

But Melie Kerr struck the crucial blow in the 17th over to have Deottin caught at short fine leg.

Suzie Bates was tasked with defending 14 off the final over, having not bowled all tournament.

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine : âIt hasn't sunk in yet, Iâm still trying to get my brain back after being a bit fried out there! âWe are really excited about the final, we have nothing to lose. We are going to win this thing now.".

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