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The much-awaited knockout match between the English side and the South African team at the Women's World Cup is underway in Guwahati. The English squad clinched the toss and chose to field first, hoping to put pressure on the South African batting lineup.

Key Moments

• National anthems were performed before the match, and South Africa's uplifting song earning praise.
• Team Lineups were revealed and both sides naming competitive elevens.
• The English team won the toss and decided to field. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt emphasized the need for trusting the process.
• Ecclestone has been declared fit to take part even with some discomfort.

Live Match Updates

7th Over: South Africa 41 for no loss (Laura Wolvaardt 24, Tazmin Brits 13)

NSB took over the bowling in place of Lauren Bell. No boundaries were conceded, thanks to quick work in the field by Tammy Beaumont near the rope.

Sixth Over: South Africa 35 without loss (Wolvaardt 22, Tazmin Brits 10)

The South African opener, who is in fine form, struck back-to-back boundaries off Linsey Smith. A full toss was sent through long off, and then another poor delivery through cover point.

Fifth Over: South Africa 27 for no wicket (Wolvaardt 14 runs, Tazmin Brits 10 runs)

A brief mix-up nearly cost Tazmin Brits her wicket, but the fielding effort by Nat Sciver-Brunt missed the stumps. She then responded by smashing a ball outside off through the covers for four. Bell ended the over with a well-pitched ball which rose over Brits' bat.

Fourth Over: South Africa 21-0 (Laura Wolvaardt 13, Brits 6 runs)

Linsey Smith delivered a controlled over. Even with the previous opportunity, reports indicate the English team are the best fielding side in this competition.

Third Over: The Proteas 19 for no loss (Wolvaardt 12 runs, Tazmin Brits 5)

A possible catch went begging. Tazmin Brits struck fiercely a delivery toward Bell, which flew to the boundary.

Second Over: The Proteas 14 without loss (Laura Wolvaardt 12 runs, Tazmin Brits 1)

Overcast conditions covered Guwahati, with the lights were switched on. Linsey Smith seemed in better rhythm compared to earlier games yet bowled a loose delivery which Wolvaardt punished through the covers for a boundary.

First Over: The Proteas 9 for no wicket (Wolvaardt 8 runs, Brits 0 runs)

Bell started the innings with a fresh cherry. Wolvaardt immediately took advantage, hitting the first ball with style past cover for a boundary. A subsequent loose ball was cut for four more runs. Bell adjusted her length, yielding only a single from a wide.

Pre-Match Build-Up

The pitch is said to be different compared to the previous track in the earlier match. It is described as a surface with red soil, which should offer extra bounce and help for fast bowlers.

The two sides have had mixed performances throughout the tournament. The English team are seen as the front-runners, however the Proteas are capable to cause an upset. History shows that England have emerged victorious in both previous semi-final meetings when these teams met.

“Brace yourselves, things are about to get intense.” The stakes are high with both sides targeting a spot in the championship match.

Stay tuned for further developments as the match unfolds.