South Africa Clinches Dominant 150-Run Win Over Pakistan in Rain-Affected Women’s World Cup Match

South Africa delivered a dominant performance against Pakistan in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in Colombo, securing a 150-run victory by the DLS method in a rain-affected match. Captain Laura Wolvaardt was the standout batter, scoring 90 runs and joining the elite 1,000 World Cup runs club, surpassing Australian great Belinda Clark to become the sixth-highest run-scorer in women's ODIs. She was well supported by half-centuries from Sune Luus and Marizanne Kapp, the latter also excelling with the ball by taking three wickets. South Africa posted a formidable total of 312 for nine in 40 overs before rain interruptions, which was then revised to a target of 234 in 20 overs for Pakistan, who fell short at 83 for seven. This victory marked South Africa's fifth consecutive win, securing their place in the semi-finals and propelling them to the top of the tournament table. The match highlighted South Africa's strong all-around team effort with contributions across batting and bowling, while Pakistan struggled with conditions and bowling consistency.