SA vs England Women's T20 WC semi-final: Date, time, TV, squads
Synopsis
England, unbeaten in five group games and boosted by Nat Sciver-Brunt's return, host a South Africa side that has already beaten India on the back of Marizanne Kapp's all-round brilliance. At The Oval on 3 July, one of these two sides will meet Australia in Sunday's final — and the chase-friendly pitch could be the deciding factor.
Key Takeaways
South Africa vs England Women's T20 WC semi-final is on Thursday, 3 July at 7:00 PM IST at The Kennington Oval, London .
The match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and live-streamed on JioStar .
Danni Wyatt-Hodge leads the tournament batting charts with 282 runs in five innings at an average of 94 .
Marizanne Kapp was South Africa's match-winner against India, scoring an unbeaten 81 and taking 2/27 .
England are unbeaten in the tournament, having won all five group-stage matches with totals as high as 219 .
The winner faces Australia in the final on Sunday ; The Oval has consistently favoured chasing sides in this tournament.
South Africa take on unbeaten hosts England in the second semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at The Kennington Oval, London on Thursday, 3 July 2025, with a place in Sunday's final against Australia at stake. The match begins at 7:00 PM IST and will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network and live-streamed on JioStar.
South Africa's Road to the Semi-Final
The Proteas enter this knockout fixture on the back of a resilient campaign. After an opening defeat to Australia, Laura Wolvaardt's side won four of their next five group matches to secure a semi-final berth. The high point was their victory over India, where all-rounder Marizanne Kapp delivered a defining display — an unbeaten 81 with the bat and figures of 2/27 with the ball. Wolvaardt, who was dismissed for a duck against Bangladesh in the final group game, will be eager to make an impact when it matters most.
England's Dominant Group Stage
England have been the standout team of the group phase, winning all five of their matches and posting imposing totals of 164, 186, and 219. The return of captain Nat Sciver-Brunt from injury has added significant depth to their line-up. Opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge has been the tournament's most prolific batter, accumulating 282 runs in five innings at a remarkable average of 94, including an unbeaten 89 at the same Oval venue. Alice Capsey has provided explosive lower-order hitting, while left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone has been the go-to bowler in the middle overs.
Key Match-Ups and Conditions
The Oval has consistently favoured chasing sides during this tournament. In the first semi-final at the same venue, Australia comfortably chased down West Indies' total of 125. Early conditions are expected to assist the seamers, and evening dew could make batting second the preferred option. For South Africa, the pace trio of Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka, and left-arm spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba will need to exploit those conditions. England's batting depth, however, makes them the clear favourites to reach their first Women's T20 World Cup final since 2018.
Match Details and How to Watch
Date: Thursday, 3 July 2025
Time: 7:00 PM IST
Venue: The Kennington Oval, London
TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: JioStar
Full Squads
England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Dani Gibson, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk.
Another commanding performance from Kapp could propel South Africa to a second consecutive ICC global final — but England, unbeaten and at home, will be formidable opponents at The Oval.
Point of View
But this semi-final is less about form and more about whether South Africa can replicate the Kapp-led template that dismantled India. What is underreported is The Oval's structural advantage for chasing sides — if England bat first and post a big total, the contest may be over early. The more interesting question is whether South Africa's pace attack, arguably the most experienced in the tournament, can exploit the seam-friendly morning conditions and keep England below 160. If they do, Kapp with the bat becomes a genuine match-winner.
NationPress
1 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the South Africa vs England Women's T20 World Cup semi-final?
The match is scheduled for Thursday, 3 July at 7:00 PM IST at The Kennington Oval in London. The winner will face Australia in Sunday's final.
Where can I watch the Women's T20 World Cup semi-final in India?
The South Africa vs England semi-final will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India and is available for live streaming on JioStar.
Who is the top batter for England in the Women's T20 World Cup 2025?
Opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge leads England's batting with 282 runs in five innings at an average of 94, including an unbeaten 89 at The Oval. England have also posted totals of 164, 186, and 219 in the group stage.
How has Marizanne Kapp performed for South Africa in the tournament?
Kapp has been South Africa's standout performer, most notably against India where she scored an unbeaten 81 and took 2/27 to secure the Proteas' semi-final spot. South Africa are expected to rely heavily on her again at The Oval.
What are the pitch and conditions like at The Oval for this semi-final?
The Oval has favoured chasing teams during this tournament — Australia chased down West Indies' 125 with ease in the first semi-final at the same venue. Early conditions are expected to assist seamers, while evening dew may make bowling first the preferred option.
