ENG-W vs SA-W 1st Semi-Final Results

4:35 PM IST Right then, we have our first finalist. For the third year in a row, South Africa are one step away from glory, having previously endured heartbreaks in the 2023 and 2024 T20 World Cup finals. They now await the winner of the second semifinal between Australia and India, which will take place at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on Thursday, 30th October. Fingers crossed the weather stays clear because it promises to be a blockbuster contest. The first ball will be bowled at 9.30 am GMT, but make sure to join us early for all the build-up. Until then, take care and goodbye!

4:34 PM IST The skipper of South Africa, Laura Wolvaardt is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for her stunning knock of 169 runs from 143 balls. She is overjoyed, feeling like she's living a dream on this special day. She credits her solid start with Tazmin Brits, saying they planned to go out strong and build a partnership. As for her aggressive approach towards the end, Laura reveals she aimed to reach the 40-over mark and then let her game flow freely. On her century, Laura states that it ranks high on her list due to the big stage of the semi-final match.

4:33 PM IST South Africa's captain, Laura Wolvaardt, expresses her delight after the win, saying it was 'very special' and a sweet revenge against the team that had beaten them in the last two World Cup semi-finals. She admits that the memory of their 69 all-out loss did linger, but losing the toss didn't bother her too much, as she would have opted to bowl anyway. Wolvaardt stresses the importance of having runs on the board in a knockout game and was pleased with her bowlers' performance. She highlights the strong partnerships that defined the game, particularly the opening stand between her and Tazmin Brits. Shares that although they lost a few quick wickets, Marizanne Kapp's incredible batting took the pressure off her and allowed her to play freely. Adds that with a strong batting line-up to come, she decided to take advantage and play aggressively, and she was thrilled with how it ended.

4:30 PM IST The captain of England, Nat Sciver-Brunt admits that they were not at their best and you have to put in a whole game together, if you are to beat the top teams. Mentions that they are hugely disappointed as a side but feels that they did not let the game drift away despite the start South Africa had with the bat and stuck at it as a side. Believes that they did not let the occasion get to themselves, and she is pleased with the energy shown by the group. Praises Laura Wolvaardt for the way she batted. Admits that Marizanne Kapp bowled brilliantly upfront, and losing early wickets made it all the more difficult in the chase. Tells that this loss will hurt, but she hopes to take the lessons from this defeat and move forward.