England Women Dominate South Africa in Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 Opener

England Women kicked off their 2025 ODI World Cup campaign in impressive fashion, sealing a dominant 10-wicket victory over South Africa in Guwahati. The Proteas were dismissed for a mere 69 runs in just 20.4 overs, marking their second-lowest total in World Cup history. Linsey Smith was the star with figures of 3 for 14, with Nat Sciver-Brunt chipping in with 2 for 8. Sinalo Jafta’s 22 was the only notable contribution for South Africa. In response, England comfortably chased down the target in 14.3 overs, with Amy Jones leading the charge with an unbeaten 40, and Tammy Beaumont adding 21 not out. This win marked England’s first opening victory in a World Cup since the previous three editions.