South Africa on Thursday grew to become the second group to qualify for the semifinals of the ICC Women’s World Cup after their league match in opposition to West Indies was deserted resulting from rain on the Basin Reserve at Wellington.
Both South Africa and West Indies had been awarded one level every.
South Africa adopted Australia into the last-four stage with 9 factors from six matches, whereas West Indies have accomplished their league engagements and are presently positioned third within the standings with seven factors from as many video games.
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The match witnessed motion for just a little over 10 overs, with South Africa 61 for 4 after being despatched into bat.
West Indies’ resolution to bowl first was spot on as they diminished South Africa to 22 for 4 in 5.3 overs with Chinelle Henry (3/19) turning out to be the star with the ball.
But Mignon du Preez (38 not out off 31 balls) counter-attacked the West Indian bowlers to considerably stabilize South Africa’s innings with a 39-run fifth wicket stand with Marizanne Kapp (5 not out) earlier than the heavens opened up.
Shamilia Connell (1/18) was the opposite wicket-taker for West Indies.
The consequence means India face a must-win recreation in opposition to South Africa on Sunday to progress to the knockout stage. A no consequence may also work in India’s favor as they’ve a greater web run charge than West Indies.
Having completed their league marketing campaign, West Indies will keenly observe the India-South Africa recreation and can hope for a Protea win.
India are presently positioned fourth with six factors from as many video games.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
