South Africa Shocks Australia to Reach T20 Women’s World Cup Final

South Africa secured a spot in their second consecutive T20 Women’s World Cup final after defeating six-time champions Australia by eight wickets. Anneke Bosch’s brilliant unbeaten 74 off 48 balls was the standout performance that powered the Proteas to a comfortable win.

Australia’s Winning Streak Broken

Australia entered the semifinal on a 15-match winning streak in the T20 Women’s World Cup. However, South Africa’s bowlers restricted them to 134/5 in 20 overs, setting the stage for a successful chase.

Bosch and Wolvaardt Lead the Charge

Bosch, supported by captain Laura Wolvaardt’s 42 off 37 balls, helped the Proteas build a strong 96-run partnership. Together, they kept South Africa ahead of the required run rate, turning the game in their favor.

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Historic Victory

This victory marks only the second time South Africa has beaten Australia in T20 internationals. Bosch sealed the win with a boundary, ensuring South Africa’s place in the final and setting them up to compete for their first-ever T20 Women’s World Cup title.