The ICC Women's T20 World Cup defending champions, Australia Women, have been knocked out of the tournament by South Africa Women in a dominant 8-wicket victory. This marks the end of Australia's 15-match unbeaten streak in the T20 World Cups and shows South Africa's determination to claim their first-ever ICC trophy in senior cricket. After restricting Australia to 134/5, South Africa confidently chased down the target with 16 balls to spare, led by Anneke Bosch's unbeaten knock of 74 runs. South Africa will now face the winner of the New Zealand Women vs West Indies Women match in the semi-final on Friday, October 18.
South Africa Stuns Australia to Reach ICC Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final
In a stunning upset, South Africa Women have dethroned defending champions Australia Women from the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with an emphatic 8-wicket victory. The triumph marks a historic moment for South Africa, securing their first-ever victory over Australia in a T20 World Cup and propelling them to the semi-finals.
Match Summary
On Tuesday, October 15, 2023, Australia and South Africa faced off at St George's Park in Gqeberha, South Africa. Australia, boasting a 15-match unbeaten streak in T20 World Cups, appeared to be the favorites. However, South Africa displayed remarkable determination and execution.
South Africa bowlers restricted Australia to a modest total of 134/5, with Anneke Bosch claiming 2/18. In response, the hosts confidently chased down the target with 16 balls to spare, thanks to Bosch's unbeaten knock of 74 runs, including seven boundaries and four towering sixes.
Significance
The victory is a significant milestone for South Africa Women's cricket. It is their second victory over Australia in women's cricket, the first coming in a 50-over match in 2019. It also ends Australia's remarkable unbeaten streak, which had extended since the 2016 T20 World Cup final.
For South Africa, the triumph represents a major step towards their ultimate goal of winning their first-ever ICC trophy in senior cricket. They will now face the winner of the New Zealand Women vs West Indies Women match in the semi-final on October 18.
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