Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 SF 1: South Africa Stun Australia To Reach Finals
South Africa produced a superb performance to defeat Australia in the first semi-finals of the Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 played at Bayumeas Oval, Kuala Lumpur on 31 st January. Australian captain Lucy Hamilton won the toss and decided to bat first. It was not an ideal start for Australia as Ines McKeon was dismissed off the very ball of the match by Nini. South African team was very fortunate as Lyons got run out hitting Nini’s hand on the non-striker end. Lucy Hamilton looked impressive with some lovely shots keeping the scoreboard ticking. South African captain Kayla Reyneke got rid of Australian captain Hamilton in front of the stumps. Australian women ended the first six overs at 30 for 3. After the field restrictions, Eleanor Larosa struggled against the South African spinners. A stunning return catch by Naidu ended the innings for Larosa. The Australian batters struggled to hit boundaries against the top-quality bowling of South Africa. Nzuza ...