England reaches Women's T20 World Cup final after victory over South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 4:43 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
England secured a spot in the Women's T20 World Cup final by defeating South Africa by 40 runs at The Oval on July 2. Led by Nat Sciver-Brunt’s 75 runs and Heather Knight’s 58, England posted 169-5 after a rocky start. Lauren Bell contributed with 2 wickets for 28 runs, helping to restrict South Africa in their chase. England's victory sets up a showdown against Australia in the final at Lord's on July 5.
- •England reaches the T20 World Cup final on July 5 at Lord's.
- •Nat Sciver-Brunt scores 75 runs; Knight adds 58.
- •Lauren Bell takes 2 wickets for 28 runs against South Africa.
- •England wins by 40 runs, setting up a match with Australia.
- 4:43 AMYahoo Sports — 'I got overwhelmed': Emotional Lauren Bell reveals raw family moment after England seal Women's T20 World Cup final berth
"England fast bowler Lauren Bell opens up on her emotional family embrace after beating South Africa to seal a T20 World Cup final spot against Australia at Lord's.
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