WT20 2026

England Women

South Africa Women

169/5 in 20.0

129/8 in 20.0

England Women won by 40 runs

Jul 02, 202605:30 PM• 2nd Semi-FinalKennington Oval - London, United Kingdom

England Women won by 40 runs

ENG-W vs SA-W Match Prediction : 2nd Semi Final, ICC Womens T20 World Cup, 2026

ENG-W vs SA-W Win Probability

67%

England Women

33%

South Africa Women

England Women To Win, 1.44

England Women have won 12 of their 20 T20Is against South Africa Women.

England enter the semi-final on the back of five consecutive victories in the tournament.

The hosts have won each of their last four T20Is against South Africa.

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ENG-W vs SA-W Betting Tips

First legal delivery of the match to be a dot ball

Semi-finals often begin cautiously, with opening batters taking time to assess the conditions before playing attacking shots. With quality new-ball bowlers on both sides, a dot ball from the opening delivery is a strong possibility.

First dismissal method to be a catch

Both teams possess aggressive top-order batters who look to capitalize during the Powerplay. That attacking approach increases the likelihood of aerial shots, making a caught dismissal the most probable first wicket.

Team form (Last 5 matches)

England Women

W
W
W
W
W

South Africa Women

W
W
W
W
L

England Women and South Africa Women meet in the second semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at The Oval in London. Both sides have enjoyed outstanding campaigns, but England's unbeaten run, in-form batting lineup and home advantage make them slight favourites to book their place in the final.

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England Women vs South Africa Women Head-to-Head Record

England Women hold the advantage with 12 wins from 20 T20Is against South Africa Women, while South Africa have won six matches.

England Women vs South Africa Women Live-streaming and Broadcast

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ENG-W vs SA-W Team Previews

England Women

England Women have been one of the standout teams of the tournament, winning all five of their group-stage matches to finish at the top of their group. They secured an emphatic nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in their final league fixture, chasing 164 with ease.

Danni Wyatt-Hodge has been in exceptional form, scoring 316 runs in her last seven T20Is at an average above 63. Amy Jones has provided excellent support at the top, while Sophia Dunkley, Alice Capsey and Heather Knight give the middle order both stability and firepower.

England's bowling attack has matched the batting throughout the tournament. Charlie Dean has led the spin department superbly with 14 wickets in her last ten matches, while Lauren Bell continues to provide regular breakthroughs with the new ball. Sophie Ecclestone remains one of the world's premier T20 spinners and adds further depth to an already formidable attack.

England Women Expected Playing 11

Amy Jones (WK), Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophia Dunkley, Alice Capsey, Heather Knight, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Charlie Dean (C), Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell

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South Africa Women

South Africa Women also arrive with excellent momentum after winning four consecutive matches. They booked their semi-final place by defeating Bangladesh by four wickets in their final group-stage fixture.

Laura Wolvaardt has been outstanding throughout the tournament, scoring 447 runs in her last ten T20Is at an average close to 50. Tazmin Brits has provided consistent support at the top, while Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon and Dane van Niekerk bring invaluable experience and all-round quality to the middle order.

The bowling attack features a good mix of pace and spin. Nonkululeko Mlaba has led the spin unit effectively with 11 wickets in her last ten appearances, while Ayabonga Khaka and Shabnim Ismail continue to provide quality with the new ball. South Africa have enough experience to challenge England, but they will need their top order to produce another strong performance.

South Africa Women Expected Playing 11

Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

ENG-W vs SA-W Toss Prediction

Recent results at The Oval have been evenly split between teams batting first and chasing. Even so, with the possibility of dew later in the evening, the captain winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The Kennington Oval traditionally offers an excellent batting surface, although the seamers can expect movement with the new ball during the opening overs. Once batters settle in, stroke-making becomes much easier, making partnerships crucial. A first-innings score in the region of 165-175 should be competitive.

The weather forecast is favourable, with clear skies expected throughout the match.

ENG-W vs SA-W : Who Will Win?

This promises to be one of the most competitive matches of the tournament. South Africa possess the quality to challenge any side, but England have looked the more complete team throughout the competition. Their in-form top order, experienced bowling attack and home conditions give them a slight edge in what should be a high-quality semi-final.

Bet on England Women to win this match.

ENG-W vs SA-W win percentage stands at 66% in favor of ENG-W.

Todays Match Prediction: England Women to Win.

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England Women To Win, 1.44

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