England commenced its Women's World Cup campaign with a 10-wicket victory against South Africa in Guwahati.
South Africa's batting lineup was dismissed for 69 runs in 20.4 overs, recording their third-lowest One Day International (ODI) total. Linsey Smith was the leading bowler for England, securing 3 wickets for 7 runs, which included the key wickets of Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, and Marizanne Kapp. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt contributed with 2 wickets for 5 runs, while Sophie Ecclestone and Charlie Dean each claimed two wickets. Sinalo Jafta was the only South African batter to reach double figures.
England successfully chased the target without losing a wicket in 14.1 overs, with Amy Jones scoring 40 runs and Tammy Beaumont adding 21 runs.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/cj07geyn8qzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
