'Not Luck or Coincidence, It’s God': Marizanne Kapp thanks almighty after record-breaking spell in WC semifinal

IANS | October 30, 2025 11:57 AM

New Delhi, Oct 30 (IANS) South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp shared a message of gratitude towards the Almighty after putting up a brilliant performance in the team’s Women’s World Cup semi-final win against England on Wednesday. The Proteas made it to the final for the first time in the tournament’s history after a brilliant all-round performance against the three-time champions.

Women’s World Cup: You have to put a whole game together - we didn't do that, says Sciver-Brunt after defeat to SA

IANS | October 29, 2025 11:01 PM

Guwahati, Oct 29 (IANS) England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt admitted her side fell short in all departments as South Africa outplayed them by 125 runs in the semifinal of the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday. A masterful 169 from Laura Wolvaardt meant England conceded 319/7 before being bowled out for 194 in 42.3 overs.

Women’s World Cup: Very special day and I'm so glad we won in the end, says Wolvaardt

IANS | October 29, 2025 10:51 PM

Guwahati, Oct 29 (IANS) South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt said her record-breaking century in the 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup semifinal win over England was very special, as her childhood dream got fulfilled. Laura’s masterful 169 off 143 balls – her tenth ODI ton laced with 20 fours and four sixes - powered South Africa to a commanding 125-run win over England at the ACA Stadium, and booked a place in their first-ever 50-over World Cup final.