South Africa have finally ended their long and agonising wait to play in a Women’s World Cup final. After the heartbreaks of 2000, 2017, and 2022, the Proteas have created history by reaching their maiden final of the tournament.

Laura Wolvaardt’s team achieved the feat in style, knocking out four-time champions England with a commanding 125-run victory at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. Leading from the front, Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp stood tall when it mattered most, steering South Africa through a defining contest.

ENG vs SA, 1st semifinal: Scorecard

Remarkably, it was at the same venue earlier in the tournament that South Africa had suffered a humiliating 10-wicket defeat after being bowled out for just 69. This time, however, the Proteas turned up with renewed intent and uny

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