The White Ferns secured their first win in three matches, bowling out Bangladesh for 127 to seal a commanding 100-run victory.
New Zealand know South Africa is 'hurting' from their heavy defeat to England, giving them extra focus for the clash at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.
The White Ferns’ received a warm welcome from friends, family and fans when they landed at Christchurch airport on Friday, with the T20 World Cup trophy proudly on display.
Kerr finished the tournament as the leading wicket-taker with 15 and collected both the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament Awards.