Proteas roar back in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025
The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 has delivered a thrilling showcase of talent, resilience, and record-breaking performances.
With the group stages heating up, South Africa’s national women’s team has emerged as one of the tournament’s most compelling stories—bouncing back from early disappointment to secure three consecutive victories and a strong position on the points table.
AUSTRALIA SETS THE PACE
Australia stunned the cricketing world with a historic chase of 331 against India—the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI history. Alyssa Healy’s explosive 142 off 107 balls led the charge, supported by Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner. Annabel Sutherland’s five-wicket haul earlier in the match kept India’s batting in check.
Grit. Determination. Ridiculously high level of skill.
— Australian Women's Cricket Team 🏏 (@AusWomenCricket) October 8, 2025
A Beth Mooney masterclass! 💯 #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/hOSndlqdHl
ENGLAND’S UNBEATEN RUN
England remains undefeated, with Nat Sciver-Brunt scoring her fifth World Cup century and Sophie Ecclestone dominating with the ball. Their most commanding win came against South Africa, bowling out the Proteas for just 69 runs—one of South Africa’s lowest totals in ODI history.
The most precious celebration 🥹👶 pic.twitter.com/txgwMNNSLN
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) October 11, 2025
INDIA’S INCONSISTENCY
India has shown flashes of brilliance, with wins over Sri Lanka and Pakistan, but their campaign has been marred by inconsistency. A dramatic loss to South Africa highlighted vulnerabilities in their middle order and death bowling.
SOUTH AFRICA’S COMEBACK STORY
After a crushing defeat to England, South Africa regrouped and delivered three back-to-back wins:
VICTORY VS NEW ZEALAND: A disciplined performance restored confidence.
THRILLER VS INDIA: Captain Laura Wolvaardt scored 70, while Nadine de Klerk’s unbeaten 84 off 59 balls sealed the win with a six in the final over.
CLUTCH WIN VS BANGLADESH: Marizanne Kapp and Chloe Tryon rescued the innings from 78/5, and de Klerk once again finished the match with a six, showcasing nerves of steel.
RANKING SURGE
Laura Wolvaardt rose to joint-fourth in ODI batting rankings.
Nonkululeko Mlaba entered the top 10 bowlers with 8 wickets.
Chloe Tryon broke into the top 10 allrounders list.
CAPTAIN’S STATEMENT
“We’ve shown that we can bounce back from tough situations. The belief in the squad is strong, and we’re playing for each other.” said South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt.
With momentum on their side and match-winners stepping up under pressure, South Africa is not just chasing a semifinal berth—they’re chasing history.
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