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Kapp's unbeaten 81 helps South Africa to victory over India

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 6:13 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Kapp's unbeaten 81 helps South Africa to victory over India

Summary

Marizanne Kapp scored an unbeaten 81 runs off 45 balls to lead South Africa to a six-wicket victory against India in the Women's T20 World Cup at Old Trafford on June 21, 2026. Chasing a target of 159, South Africa reached 161-4 in 19.1 overs. Kapp also contributed with the ball, taking 2-27, helping to limit India to 158-7. The win keeps South Africa’s chances of advancing in the tournament alive after an earlier loss to Australia. Both teams now have four points, placing them behind Australia in Group 1 standings.

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By the Numbers

•Kapp's innings include seven fours and four sixes.
•India set a target of 159 runs, scoring 158-7 in 20 overs.
•Shafali Verma opened strongly for India, scoring 31 runs.
•South Africa now has four points in Group 1 standings.
•South Africa faces Bangladesh and the Netherlands next.

Latest Updates

6:39 PMBBC Sport — Kapp's brilliant innings guides South Africa to crucial win against India
6:13 PMBBC Sport — 'What a player!' - Kapp's unbeaten 81 stuns India
6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Brilliant Kapp leads South Africa past India
5:21 PMBBC Sport — Brilliant Kapp leads South Africa past India

What they're saying

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Marizanne Kapp finishes unbeaten on 81 as she guides South Africa to a six-wicket victory over India at Old Trafford in the Women's T20 World Cup, a win which keeps alive their hopes of reaching the semi-finals.
— BBC Sport

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Marizanne Kapp makes a superb 81 off 45 balls for South Africa as they seal a vital victory over India at Old Trafford in the Women's T20 World Cup.
— BBC Sport