In the first semi-final of ICC Women’s World Cup, England beat the South Africa by two wickets at Bristol.Batting first South Africa scored 218 for 6 in allotted fifty overs. England Women achieved the target in 49.4 overs.
Mignon du Preez scored 76 as South Africa set England a target of 219 to win their ICC Women´s World Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
South Africa captain Dane van Niekerk had won the toss and elected to bat first in the opening semi-final.
Meanwhile, Australia will play India in the second semi-final on Thursday.
Australia overwhelmed India by eight wickets in pool play last week but the Southern Stars, the six-time Women´s World Cup champions, remain wary of Raj´s side especially as they have yet to play in Derby this tournament.
