The South Africa vs England Women’s World Cup semi-final witnessed a dominant display as South Africa stormed into their maiden ODI World Cup final. Laura Wolvaardt’s majestic 169 and Marizanne Kapp’s fiery five-wicket haul led to a crushing 125-run win over England in Guwahati.
Wolvaardt’s Record-Breaking Knock Defines South Africa vs England Clash
A spectacular innings by Laura Wolvaardt set the tone for South Africa’s commanding total of 319 for 7. Her 169-run masterpiece became one of the highest scores in a World Cup knockout match. Support from Tazmin Brits and Marizanne Kapp ensured momentum never dipped. Despite losing quick wickets midway, Wolvaardt stabilized the innings alongside Chloe Tryon, adding crucial runs in the death overs.
Sophie Ecclestone, despite playing through injury, managed to claim 4 for 44, but England’s bowling lacked the bite to contain Wolvaardt’s brilliance. The South Africa vs England semi-final showcased how Wolvaardt’s elegant stroke play and power hitting combined to dismantle England’s plans.
Magnificent Wolvaardt! 💯
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Laura Wolvaardt is Player of the Match for her stunning century in the #CWC25 semi-final, leading South Africa’s charge.
What an innings! 🔥🇿🇦
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Kapp’s Five-Wicket Haul Destroys England’s World Cup Hopes
A dream spell from Marizanne Kapp ensured England’s chase ended early. Her fiery opening over removed Amy Jones and Heather Knight, reducing England to 1 for 3. Ayabonga Khaka followed up with another early strike as England crumbled under pressure. Even though Nat Sciver-Brunt and Alice Capsey offered brief resistance, Kapp’s return spell finished the contest. Her figures of 5 for 20 highlighted the all-round dominance in the South Africa vs England Women’s World Cup semi-final.
🇿🇦 SOUTH AFRICA ARE IN THE FINAL! 🔥
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A dominant display!
Wolvaardt’s stunning century 💯 and Kapp’s fiery fifer (5 wickets!) powered SA to a massive 125-run win over England in the #CWC25 semi-final!
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South Africa Reach Maiden Women’s ODI World Cup Final
With this historic victory, South Africa Women qualified for their first-ever ODI World Cup final, setting up a showdown against either India or Australia. The team’s resilience, led by Wolvaardt and Kapp, reflected a perfect blend of composure and aggression. England’s effort, though spirited in parts, was undone by early collapses and missed chances.
This emphatic win not only sealed South Africa’s place in the Women’s World Cup final but also marked a defining moment in their cricketing history.
