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The eagerly awaited knockout match between England and the South African team in the Women’s Cricket World Cup is underway at the Guwahati stadium. England won the toss and opted to bowl, hoping to apply early pressure against the South African batting lineup.

Notable Events

• Anthems were performed prior to the start, and South Africa's uplifting song receiving acclaim.
• Team Lineups were announced with each team fielding competitive lineups.
• England won the toss and decided to field. Captain NSB emphasized the importance of trusting the process.
• Ecclestone is fit to take part despite some discomfort.

Live Match Updates

Seventh Over: The Proteas 41 for no loss (Laura Wolvaardt 24, Tazmin Brits 13 runs)

Nat Sciver-Brunt brought herself on to replace Lauren Bell. No boundaries were conceded, due to some agile fielding by Beaumont on the boundary.

6th Over: South Africa 35 without loss (Laura Wolvaardt 22 runs, Brits 10)

Wolvaardt, looking in great touch, hit back-to-back boundaries off Smith. A full toss was sent to the off-side boundary, followed by a loose ball through the covers.

5th Over: The Proteas 27 for no wicket (Wolvaardt 14, Brits 10 runs)

A moment of hesitation almost resulted in Tazmin Brits a dismissal, but the fielding effort from NSB wasn't on target. She then replied with a powerful shot a ball outside off through the covers for four. Lauren Bell ended the over with a sharp delivery that bounced over Brits' bat.

4th Over: South Africa 21 without loss (Wolvaardt 13, Tazmin Brits 6)

Linsey Smith delivered a controlled over. Despite the previous opportunity, statistics show that England have the top fielding record in this competition.

Third Over: The Proteas 19 for no loss (Wolvaardt 12 runs, Tazmin Brits 5)

A half-chance was not taken. Brits hammered a ball back at Bell, that raced to the boundary.

Second Over: The Proteas 14 without loss (Wolvaardt 12, Brits 1)

Overcast conditions hovered over the venue, and the floodlights were switched on. Linsey Smith appeared more comfortable than in her previous match but bowled a poor ball that Wolvaardt hit hard through the covers for a boundary.

1st Over: The Proteas 9-0 (Laura Wolvaardt 8, Brits 0 runs)

Lauren Bell started the innings with the new ball. Wolvaardt immediately took advantage, driving the initial delivery with style through the covers for four. A subsequent loose ball was slashed for four more runs. The bowler then tightened her line, yielding only a single off a wide ball.

Pre-Match Build-Up

The playing surface reportedly differs compared to the previous track in the teams' first encounter. It's been called a "red soil pitch", promising extra bounce and assistance for the seamers.

Both teams have had mixed performances in the competition so far. England are seen as the front-runners, but South Africa have the potential of springing a surprise. History shows that England have emerged victorious in earlier knockout clashes when these teams met.

“Roll up your sleeves, this is where it gets messy.” The stakes are high as both teams targeting a spot in the championship match.

Keep following for further developments as the match unfolds.