Overview
- Left-arm spinner Linsey Smith took 3-7 in four overs and was named player of the match after removing Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits and Marizanne Kapp.
- South Africa were dismissed for 69 in 20.4 overs, with Sinalo Jafta’s 22 the only score in double figures.
- England cruised to 73 without loss in 14.1 overs as Amy Jones finished 40 not out and Tammy Beaumont 21 not out.
- England’s spin trio of Smith, Sophie Ecclestone and Charlie Dean combined for seven wickets, with captain Nat Sciver-Brunt marking her bowling return with 2-5.
- The margin delivers a major net run-rate boost for England ahead of Bangladesh on Tuesday, while South Africa must regroup quickly for their upcoming group fixtures.