ENG-W vs SA-W 1st Semi Final Highlights of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025

In a stirring climax to the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, South Africa Women finally laid to rest their semifinal heartbreaks from 2017 and 2022 by defeating England Women in their latest marquee encounter. The emotional surge was palpable when Marizanne Kapp walked out of the dressing room post-match, her face wet with tears, as the South African team erupted in celebrations. So Let’s take a look at ENG-W vs SA-W 1st Semi Final Highlights.

Wolvaardt & Kapp: The Proteas’ Power Duo

At the heart of South Africa’s triumph were their two leaders: Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp. Wolvaardt played a captain’s innings for the ages, top-scoring with a masterful knock (169) during their semifinal build-up, anchoring the middle order and laying a platform for a big total.
Yet, it was Kapp who delivered under pressure. Her opening spell dismantled England early — she ripped through the top order, reducing them to 1/3, and followed it with a devastating wobble-seam delivery to uproot their skipper. She didn’t stop there — Kapp produced another double-wicket maiden and claimed a five-wicket haul, marking one of the most complete all-round performances of the tournament.

Turning Point: Kapp’s Brave Comeback

At one stage, Kapp had left the field nursing cramp, her legs visibly fatigued. But she returned, determined and relentless, and struck again when it mattered most. Her composure under duress — first to unsettle England’s top order, then to snuff out a threatening partnership between Alice Capsey and Nat Sciver-Brunt (NSB) — showcased why she’s considered the heartbeat of this side.

When NSB looked ready to shift momentum, Kapp landed a peach of a delivery, catching the edge and shattering England’s resolve. That wicket sparked a collapse, triggering England’s innings to unravel just as they tried to mount a fightback.

A Journey of Growth & Redemption

Since their opening-game setback against England earlier in the tournament — where the Proteas were bowled out cheaply — South Africa’s transformation has been stark. The Indian Express Their performances have grown in intensity and confidence, and by the time the final moments came, they looked like a side with purpose and heart.

Emotional Release & Legacy Moment

As the final wicket fell, the emotional floodgates opened. Kapp, visibly moved, stepped onto the field and embraced her teammates. After years of heartbreak, this breakthrough win symbolizes more than just a trophy — it marks the arrival of South Africa as a formidable force in women’s cricket.

With Wolvaardt’s bat and Kapp’s heart, South Africa not only silenced their critics but also set themselves up as genuine contenders for years to come.

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