SA seal 2nd semifinal spot in Women’s WC as match towards West Indies deserted

South Africa on Thursday grew to become the second staff to qualify for the semifinals of the ICC Women’s World Cup after their league match towards West Indies was deserted because of 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 at present positioned third within the standings with seven factors from as many video games.

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The match witnessed motion for a bit of 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 stabilise 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 outcome means India face a must-win sport towards South Africa on Sunday to progress to the knockout stage. A no outcome may also work in India’s favour as they’ve a greater web run fee than West Indies.

Having completed their league marketing campaign, West Indies will keenly comply with the India-South Africa sport and can hope for a Protea win.

India are at present positioned fourth with six factors from as many video games.