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The highly anticipated knockout match featuring England and the South African team in the Women’s Cricket World Cup has kicked off at the Guwahati stadium. England clinched the toss and opted to bowl, hoping to apply early pressure against the South African batting lineup.

Notable Events

• National anthems were performed prior to the start, and the Proteas' uplifting song receiving acclaim.
• Team Lineups were announced and both sides fielding competitive elevens.
• The English team secured the toss and chose to bowl. Skipper NSB stressed the importance of sticking to their plans.
• Ecclestone has been declared fit to take part even with some discomfort.

Live Match Updates

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

Nat Sciver-Brunt took over the bowling in place of Bell. No boundaries were given away, due to some agile fielding by Tammy Beaumont on the boundary.

6th Over: South Africa 35-0 (Laura Wolvaardt 22, Tazmin Brits 10)

The South African opener, who is in fine form, struck back-to-back boundaries off Linsey Smith. One full-pitched delivery was dispatched to the off-side boundary, and then a loose ball through cover point.

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

A brief mix-up nearly cost Tazmin Brits a dismissal, however the throw from NSB missed the stumps. She then replied with a powerful shot a wide delivery past cover to the boundary. Lauren Bell finished the over with a sharp delivery that bounced over Brits' bat.

4th Over: South Africa 21-0 (Laura Wolvaardt 13, Brits 6 runs)

Linsey Smith bowled a tidy over. Even with the earlier chance, reports indicate the English team are the best fielding side in the tournament.

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

A possible catch went begging. Brits hammered a delivery back at Lauren Bell, which flew to the boundary.

2nd Over: The Proteas 14 without loss (Laura Wolvaardt 12 runs, Brits 1)

Cloudy skies hovered over the venue, with the lights were switched on. Linsey Smith appeared more comfortable than in her previous match yet bowled a loose delivery that Wolvaardt hit hard to the off-side boundary for four.

1st Over: The Proteas 9 for no wicket (Wolvaardt 8 runs, Brits 0)

Bell opened the bowling with a fresh cherry. The South African batter immediately took advantage, driving the first ball elegantly through the covers for four. A subsequent loose ball was cut for another boundary. The bowler adjusted her length, allowing just one run from a wide.

Match Preview

The playing surface reportedly differs from the one used in the teams' first encounter. It's been called a surface with red soil, promising extra bounce and assistance for fast bowlers.

The two sides have had mixed performances throughout the tournament. England are considered favourites, however South Africa have the potential to cause an upset. Past records indicate that England have won earlier knockout clashes between the sides.

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

Keep following for further developments as this thrilling encounter unfolds.