ICC WOMEN'S T20 WORLD CUP
BD, India chase semi-final spots as Australia hold the key for South Africa
Sunday, 28 June 2026
Sunday is the final day of the league stage and will determine the two semi-finalists from the group. The action begins at 9.30am GMT (3.30 PM BST) with South Africa facing Bangladesh, followed by India taking on Australia at 1.30pm GMT (7.30pm BST). Both matches will be played at Lord's, reports ESPN Cricinfo.
Australia are all but assured of a semi-final spot. While South Africa's chances hinge on Australia beating India.
Rabeya Khan has flown under the radar for Bangladesh. While she has picked up only three wickets in four games, her economy rate has been an excellent 5.58. Given that the legspinners have been successful against South Africa in the tournament, she could be a key bowler for her side.
Tazmin Brits was not the first-choice opener for South Africa when the World Cup started. But despite playing just two games, she is their leading run-scorer with a tally of 154 at a strike rate of 146.66. As South Africa target another big win, she could play an important role once more.
India have often found Australia between them and an ICC title - usually in a semi-final or a final. This time, however, their biggest test comes in a league match.
Despite Phoebe Litchfield missing three games due to injury, Australia have been dominant. On the other hand, India have looked scratchy and unsettled. They have used all 16 members of their squad and still appear uncertain about their best XI.
India have had quite a few issues: playing Yastika Bhatia at No. 3 hasn't delivered the expected results, Shreyanka Patil's injury has robbed them of a key player, and they have not trusted any of their fast bowlers enough to play her in all games. Their poor fielding has only added to their woes.