EYES ON THE PRIZE

South Africa through to Women's World Cup semis

South Africa were 61 for 4 after 10.5 overs at Basin Reserve in Wellington before the match was called off.

In Summary

•Defending champions England are fifth on four points from five matches and face Pakistan in Christchurch on Thursday.

•The 50-overs tournament features eight teams in the round-robin phase with the top four advancing to the semis.

England’s Anya Shrubsole celebrates with Jenny Gunn during the 2017 Women’s Cricket World Cup
England’s Anya Shrubsole celebrates with Jenny Gunn during the 2017 Women’s Cricket World Cup
Image: /REUTERS

South Africa became the second team to reach the Women's World Cup semi-finals after Thursday's group match against West Indies was abandoned due to rain.

South Africa were 61 for 4 after 10.5 overs at Basin Reserve in Wellington before the match was called off, with both teams receiving a point.

South Africa have nine points and will finish second in the round robin stage behind unbeaten Australia, who lead with 12 points. Both teams have one round-robin match left.

West Indies are third on seven points having played all seven of their matches, while India are fourth on six points with a game still to play.

Defending champions England are fifth on four points from five matches and face Pakistan in Christchurch on Thursday.

The 50-overs tournament features eight teams in the round-robin phase with the top four advancing to the semis.