There have been many highs and lows throughout the current Women’s T20 World Cup, but the calibre of cricket played in the middle deserves praise.
The Proteas, who played out-of-skin cricket to guarantee their place in the final, are the newest success tale to join the club.
From the first ball, Sune Luus, the captain, displayed superb planning, and her bowling unit helped the team defeat England with ease victory by 5 runs.
The most challenging final will be between South Africa and Australia since these two superb teams will compete for the coveted title against one another.
When the semi-final match between England and South Africa took place, the latter team was considered the favourite, but a mistake in Katherine Brunt’s individual performance cost them 18 overs in the previous match.
Those runs ultimately proved crucial for Africa, which successfully protected them.
Let us share the Twitter reactions after Proteas victory against England in the semifinal after the former reached the ICC final for the first time in history of the game in detail:
Semi-final glory at long last for South Africa ⬇️#ENGvSA | #T20WorldCup | #TurnItUphttps://t.co/zZh6910RTf
— ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2023
From 2020 #T20WorldCup semi-final heartbreak to booking their spot in the 2023 final.
South Africa have come a long way 👏 pic.twitter.com/QW6s5EzISL
— ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2023
Player of the Match with an outstanding catch 🦸♀️
This Tazmin Brits moment could be featured in your @0xFanCraze Crictos Collectible packs!
Visit https://t.co/8TpUHbQikC to own iconic moments from the @T20WorldCup. pic.twitter.com/iiDWhBa7av
— ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2023
South Africa are through to their first #T20WorldCup final.
Here’s how they did it ⬇#ENGvSA | #T20WorldCup | #TurnItUp
— ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2023
What a feeling for South Africa 🇿🇦#ENGvSA | #T20WorldCup | #TurnItUp pic.twitter.com/GW8y1tdvAv
— ICC (@ICC) February 24, 2023
We'll see you at the #T20WorldCup Final 🏏#MyHero #AlwaysRising pic.twitter.com/dYogg7Uguh
— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) February 24, 2023
World Cup finalists!
South Africa have finally done it. Inspired by Shabnim Ismail, with Tazmin Brits producing with the bat and in the field, and Ayabonga Khaka delivering when it mattered most. This is history and we were there! #T20WorldCup https://t.co/mLwrWPjtST— Firdose Moonda (@FirdoseM) February 25, 2023
When it comes to women’s cricket, Australia is the best team because they have a record seven appearances in championship finals, three of which they have won.
In 2023, they’ll be aiming to increase their domination by capturing a second global championship.
Meg Lanning has been an excellent leader for the Kangaroos in all formats, and the type of players they have at their disposal will enable them to increase their presence against the Proteas.
With players of the calibre of Laura Wolvaardt, Shabnim Ismail, and Khakha, who have excelled in this prestigious competition, South Africa has a potent lineup.