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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 reaches Women's T20 World Cup final after victory over South Africa

Summary

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.

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By the Numbers

•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.

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4:43 AMYahoo Sports — 'I got overwhelmed': Emotional Lauren Bell reveals raw family moment after England seal Women's T20 World Cup final berth

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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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