ICC Women's World Cup 2022: 2nd Semi-Final, SA-W vs ENG-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

The second semifinal of the 2022 Women’s World Cup will be played between the defending champions England and South Africa. England had a poor start to their campaign as they lost their first two matches against Australia and West Indies, respectively. However, the defending champions made a resounding comeback and booked their berth for the semis.

South Africa, on other hand, finished second on the points table with five wins in their seven matches. The women in green lost only one encounter, against Australia, with one other match being abandoned due to rain against the West Indies. Both teams will be looking to perform well in the all-important semifinal and get one step closer to clinching the all-important trophy.

Match Details

South Africa Women vs England Women, 2nd Semifinal, Women’s World Cup

Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Date & Time: 31st March 2022, 06:30 AM IST

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney + Hotstar

Pitch Report

The Hagley Oval will provide assistance to the seamers, particularly with the new cherry. However, if the batters can get through this initial phase, they can score runs on this surface.

Probable Playing XIs for South Africa Women vs England Women

South Africa Women

Lizelle Lee, Laura Wolvaardt, Lara Goodall, Sune Luus (c), Mignon du Preez, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Trisha Chetty, Shabnim Ismail, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka

England Women

Tammy Beaumont, Danielle Wyatt, Heather Knight, Natalie Sciver, Amy Jones, Sophia Dunkley, Katherine Brunt, Sophie Ecclestone, Kate Cross, Charlotte Dean, Freya Davies

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match: Laura Wolvaardt 

Sitting on top of the most runs list in the tournament, South African opener Laura Wolvaardt has been a consistent performer for her side. The right-handed-batter has scored 433 runs in just seven matches with an excellent average of 61.86. The 22-year-old will look to continue her good form in the all-important semifinal match.

Probable best bowler of the match: Sophie Ecclestone 

England’s left-arm-spinner Sophie Ecclestone is top wicket-taker in the tournament. The 22-year-old has scalped 14 wickets in just seven matches of the tournament. The defending champions will bank on the experienced spinner to get some crucial wickets in the semifinal encounter.

Today’s match prediction: England will win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.