In a high-voltage Women’s World Cup 2025 clash, South Africa edged past India by in a nail-biting chase at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

Despite , India couldn’t hold their nerve as delivered a knockout punch with an unbeaten , guiding South Africa to – chasing down India’s total of 251.

Richa’s blistering knock put India ahead

India looked in control after setting a competitive total, thanks to Richa’s calculated aggression. Her innings was filled with crisp boundaries and smart running, but she fell just six short of a deserving hundred. Her knock was the backbone of India’s total and gave them a solid platform to defend.

Protea skipper and Tryron made a crucial partnership

In reply, , losing Tazmin Brits early, but anchored the innings with a

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