South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt played one of the finest innings of her career, smashing 169 runs off just 143 balls to guide her team to a massive 125-run victory over England in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final at Guwahati.
Batting first, South Africa posted a commanding total of 319/7 in 50 overs. Wolvaardt dominated from the start, striking 20 fours and 4 sixes, and stitched a crucial 116-run opening stand with Tazmin Brits (45). Her timing, placement, and calmness under pressure once again showed why she’s among the best batters in world cricket.
In reply, England’s batting collapsed early as Marizanne Kapp (5/20) destroyed the top order. Nat Sciver-Brunt (64) and Alice Capsey (50) tried to rebuild, but England were bowled out for 194 in 42.3 overs.
Read more: Laura Wolvaardt Captaincy Record
With this win, South Africa stormed into the Women’s World Cup final, led by their inspirational skipper Wolvaardt — who now has two back-to-back centuries in the tournament.
Upcoming Fixtures of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
2nd Semi-Final – Thu, Oct 30, 2025
Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Australia Women vs India Women
tarts at 3:00 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT
Final – Sun, Nov 2, 2025
Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
South Africa Women vs TBC (Winner of AUS-W vs IND-W)
Starts at 3:00 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT
ENG-W vs SA-W 1st Semi-Final Match Summary:
- South Africa Women: 319/7 (Wolvaardt 169, Kapp 42, Tryon 33*)
- England Women: 194 all out (Sciver-Brunt 64, Capsey 50, Kapp 5/20)
- Result: South Africa Women won by 125 runs
A memorable day for South African cricket — and another masterclass from Laura Wolvaardt, who continues to redefine consistency and class in women’s cricket.
