07 Oct, 22:25 (IST)

That's It! Despite losing Danni Wyatt-Hodge moments before the match ended, England never looked troubled after Maia Bouchier got dismissed. Both Alice Capsey and Nat Sciver-Brunt went for the runs while Waytt-Hodge held the end from one end. Second victory for England in the competition and they look well set for qualifiying from group. 

07 Oct, 22:03 (IST)

The match is gradually slipping from South Africa's grip. They haven't been able to take any wickets since the dismissal of Alice Capsey and neither they have been able to cut the run rate down. They need a wicket desperately to have any chance to return in the game. 

07 Oct, 21:41 (IST)

Out! Much needed wicket for South Africa. Nadine de Clerk anticipated Capsey would be dancing down and kept the ball out of her reach. Capsey extended and the ball lobbed back in the hands of de Clerk. Capsey was making the game one sided and this wicket will give South Africa some chance to take the game back. Capsey c and b de Klerk 19(16).

07 Oct, 21:32 (IST)

England will not complain about the Maia Bouchier wicket as Alice Capsey has come in and made her intent clear. She has used her sweeps and footwork to add much needed momentum to the England innings. Thanks to her pro-active nature, England have now had a move on in the game. 

07 Oct, 21:22 (IST)

Out! Marizanne Kapp gets the first breakthrough for South Africa. Brings the ball slightly in and Maia Bouchier already committed to a shot on the onside after coming cross. Kapp was able to get her pads in the way and Umpire raised the finger in no time. Even a review couldn't save Maia Bouchier. Bouchier lbw b Kapp 8(20).

07 Oct, 21:14 (IST)

England openers Dannie Wyatt-Hodge and Maia Bouchier has looked to get a cautious but steady start. it showed when they got their first boundary in the third over. They will have to pick up the pace by the end of powerplay or they will be under pressure in no time. 

07 Oct, 20:48 (IST)

The last over saw an unfortunate run out but it also saw Annerie Dercksen hit two boundaries in the fourth and fifth ball to take South Africa's score over the 120-run mark. South Africa will be slightly disappointed with their performance in the middle but they will give themselves a chance with Ayabonga Khaka in form and the conditions on offer. 

07 Oct, 20:39 (IST)

Out! Wickets keep tumbling for South Africa. The dangerous looking Marizanne Kapp continued on her intent but the shrewd Sophie Ecclestone again varied the flight and pace catching her offguard and cleaned the stumps up. Big blow for South Africa as they look for a big finish. Kapp b Ecclestone 26(17).

07 Oct, 20:34 (IST)

Out! Eventful over. Marizanne Kapp targeted Charlie Dean and hit two boundaries off her. As it seemed like the over will be dominated by South Africa, Chloe Tryon attempted to go big as well but Dean's ball hit the pads and clipped Tryon's off stump. South Africa keep trying to up their run rate. Chloe Tryon b Charlie Dean 2(5).

07 Oct, 20:29 (IST)

Out! The well-set Laura Wolvaardt departs. With overs ticking on, Wolvaardt tried to go hard on Sophie Ecclestone as well but the veteran Ecclestone anticipated it and varied the pace on the ball. foxing Wolvaardt and cleaning her up. Big blow for the Proteas Women. Wolvaardt b Ecclestone 42(39).

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England Women National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women National Cricket Team Live Score Updates: England women's national cricket team would look to continue their good start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 with another win. Heather Knight and her team defeated Bangladesh in a low-scoring encounter in Sharjah to kickstart their journey in the ninth edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup and will hope to carry on in the same way. Meanwhile, you can check the England Women National Cricket Team vs South Africa Women National Cricket Team match scorecard, here.

Experienced opener Danni Wyatt was the standout performer for the England women's cricket team, scoring 41 runs crucial runs in her side's total of 118/7. In response, the Bangladesh women's cricket team were restricted to 97/7 with Charlie Dean and Linsey Smith scalping two wickets each.  2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup Points Table Updated: India Women Move to Fourth Spot with Comprehensive Win against Pakistan, Sri Lanka Slip to Bottom of Table.

South Africa women's national cricket team too had a win to their name to begin the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 but it came about in a contrasting manner. Laura Wolvaardt and her team put up a dominant show with the ball and later she along with Tazmin Brits made light work of the target. The South Africa women's cricket team had heartbreakingly missed out on winning the ICC Women's T20 World Cup title last year when the tournament was held back in their country and this time, would look to go all the way. ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Full Schedule, Free PDF Download Online: Get Fixtures, Time Table With Match Timings in IST and Venue Details of Cricket WC.

Squads:

England Women's National Cricket Team: Heather Knight (c), Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophia Dunkley, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Amy Jones (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Linsey Smith, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Bess Heath

South Africa Women's National Cricket Team: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloé Tryon

Travelling reserve: Miané Smit