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The eagerly awaited knockout match featuring England and the South African team at the Women's World Cup has commenced at the Guwahati stadium. England clinched the toss and opted to bowl, hoping to apply early pressure against the South African batting lineup.

Key Moments

• Anthems were sung before the match, with South Africa's uplifting anthem receiving acclaim.
• Team Lineups were revealed with each team naming strong elevens.
• England secured the toss and chose to bowl. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt stressed the need for trusting the process.
• Ecclestone is fit to take part despite a bit of pain.

Live Match Updates

7th Over: The Proteas 41-0 (Laura Wolvaardt 24, Brits 13)

Nat Sciver-Brunt brought herself on to replace Lauren Bell. No boundaries were given away, thanks to some agile fielding from Beaumont near the rope.

6th Over: The Proteas 35 without loss (Laura Wolvaardt 22 runs, Tazmin Brits 10 runs)

Wolvaardt, who is in fine form, hit back-to-back boundaries from Linsey Smith. A full toss was sent through long off, and then another poor delivery through the covers.

5th Over: The Proteas 27-0 (Wolvaardt 14 runs, Tazmin Brits 10)

A brief mix-up nearly cost Brits a dismissal, however the fielding effort from NSB missed the stumps. She then replied by smashing a wide delivery past cover to the boundary. Lauren Bell ended the over with a sharp delivery that bounced past the bat.

Fourth Over: The Proteas 21-0 (Wolvaardt 13, Brits 6)

Smith bowled a tidy over. Despite the previous opportunity, reports indicate that England have the top fielding record in the tournament.

Third Over: The Proteas 19-0 (Wolvaardt 12, Tazmin Brits 5 runs)

A half-chance went begging. Tazmin Brits hammered a ball back at Bell, which flew for four runs.

Second Over: South Africa 14 without loss (Wolvaardt 12, Tazmin Brits 1)

Overcast conditions hovered over the venue, with the lights in use. Linsey Smith appeared more comfortable compared to earlier games yet served up a loose delivery that Wolvaardt hit hard through the covers for a boundary.

First Over: South Africa 9 for no wicket (Laura Wolvaardt 8, Brits 0)

Bell started the innings with the new ball. Wolvaardt immediately took advantage, driving the first ball elegantly through the covers for four. A subsequent loose ball was slashed for four more runs. The bowler adjusted her length, yielding only a single off a wide ball.

Match Preview

The pitch is said to be different from the one used in the earlier match. It's been called a surface with red soil, which should offer more bounce and assistance for fast bowlers.

Both teams have had inconsistent form in the competition so far. The English team are seen as the front-runners, however South Africa have the potential to cause an upset. History shows that England have emerged victorious in earlier knockout clashes when these teams met.

“Brace yourselves, things are about to get intense.” The stakes are high as both teams aim for a place in the final.

Keep following for further developments as this thrilling encounter progresses.