South Africa opened their group game against the Tigers at Lord’s. Wickets tumbled early and the early session disappointed. The run rate stabilised gradually as the bowlers hogged the spotlight.
In the parallel fixture, India began their campaign against the Emeralds in a first‑T20 meeting. India built a modest total early and Ireland pushed hard later on . Both matches played under crystal‑clear skies . Spectators packed the historic ground, creating electric atmosphere. The Women’s T20 World Cup now shifts toward the showdown phase. Teams are duking it out every quarter‑final spot.