The women's World Cup match between New Zealand and Pakistan was on Saturday abandoned due to incessant rain, a result which confirmed South Africa's qualification in the semifinals.

Heavy rains interrupted the proceedings twice and play could be possible for only 25 overs. Pakistan made 92 for five in that 25 overs after being asked to bat. In fact, this was the fourth match to end without any result at this venue in the island nation's capital after the abandoned games between Sri Lanka and Australia, Sri Lanka versus New Zealand and England against Pakistan.

Both New Zealand and Pakistan have had each of their last two matches washed out. After Saturday's result, South Africa became the second team after Australia to make the semifinals. New Zealand remain at fifth whereas Pakistan, o

See Full Page