England earns T20 World Cup final spot after defeating South Africa
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:03 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
England advanced to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for the first time in eight years with a 40-run victory over South Africa at The Kia Oval on July 5, 2026. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt returned from injury to lead the innings, scoring 75 runs, while Heather Knight contributed 58. England posted a total of 169-5 after an early collapse, recovering from 23-3. In their chase, South Africa could only manage 129-8, with Tazmin Brits top-scoring with 51. England will now face Australia in the final at Lord’s, aiming to win their first T20 World Cup since 2009.
- •England scores 169-5, recovering from 23-3 against South Africa.
- •Nat Sciver-Brunt shines with 75 runs; Heather Knight adds 58.
- •South Africa restricted to 129-8, unable to chase the target.
- •England's victory secures a spot in the final against Australia.
- •England seeks to win their first T20 World Cup since 2009.
"England are through to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for the first time in eight years after an impressive 40-run victory over South Africa at The Kia Oval.
"Highlights of the Women's T20 World Cup semi-final between England and South Africa.
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External links- Sky Sports—Sciver-Brunt stars as England beat South Africa to reach T20 World Cup final
England are through to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for the first time in eight years after an impressive 40-run victory over South Africa at The Kia Oval.
- Sky Sports—Highlights: England reach Women's T20 World Cup final with win over South Africa
Highlights of the Women's T20 World Cup semi-final between England and South Africa.
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