**South Africa vs New Zealand: Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Final – Live Updates** Join us for over-by-over updates from the final match, starting at 3pm BST. In this tournament, a staggering ninety-seven chances have been missed, raising questions about the reasons behind it. Mel Jones has been probing this issue, suggesting that while some attribute it to the lights or the pressure of the game, a return to fundamental skills in catching and fielding is essential as we look ahead to the next four-year cycle. New Zealand has opted to bat first and has retained the same lineup that played in the semi-final. Captain Sophie Devine mentioned that she has been in touch with the men’s team currently competing in India, who recently celebrated their first victory there in over 36 years. Stay tuned for live updates as the match unfolds!

In a stunning upset, South Africa triumphed over defending champions Australia in the semi-finals of the Women’s T20 World Cup, securing an eight-wicket victory. Anneke Bosch delivered an outstanding performance, remaining unbeaten on 74 runs as South Africa chased down Australia’s total of 134 runs with relative ease. Australia, despite a solid contribution from opener Beth Mooney, who scored 44 runs, struggled to set a challenging target on a sluggish pitch in Dubai. Their final score of 134 for five always seemed within reach for the South African team, who were eager to avenge their defeat to Australia in the 2023 final held on home soil. With this victory, South Africa has advanced to the final, marking a significant moment in their quest for T20 World Cup glory.