INDORE: Leg-spinner Alana King’s spellbinding wizardry formed the cornerstone of Australia’s seven-wicket triumph over South Africa as the defending champion concluded the Women’s World Cup league stage firmly on top of the table here on Saturday.

With the win, Australia secured the top spot in the league stage and will face host India in the semifinals at Navi Mumbai on Thursday.

India, even if it wins against Bangladesh in its final league game on Sunday, can finish no higher than fourth.

King’s (7/18 in 7 overs) artistry was on full display at the Holkar stadium as the wily leg spinner ran through South Africa’s batting line-up with her maiden seven-wicket haul to bowl them out for a paltry 97 in just 24 overs.

The Australian batters then overhauled the target with 199 balls to spa

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