ENG vs SA: South Africa crushes England by 7 wickets to top table; Who will they face in semifinals?

In a dominating performance, South Africa thrashed England by seven wickets in Karachi to top their group and qualify for the semi-finals. The Proteas displayed masterful bowling to leave England's batting order on their toes for the entire match. With the win, South Africa is now ready to travel to Dubai for the next round of the tournament.

England crumbles under South Africa's bowling attack

England's batting team failed to cope with the pressure from South Africa's bowlers, scoring only 179 runs when they were bowled out in 38.2 overs. The Proteas bowlers ruled the game and were able to prevent England from gaining momentum. Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder spearheaded the effort, with each of them picking up three wickets and destroying the English batting order.

South Africa chases down target comfortably

Pursuing a modest goal of 180 runs, South Africa's batsmen completed the chase with ease, securing the win in only 29.1 overs with seven wickets to spare. Rassie van der Dussen starred with an unbeaten innings, making 72 runs from 87 balls with six fours and three sixes. Wicketkeeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen also made valuable contributions with a 56-ball 64, securing South Africa's smooth entry into the semi-finals.

Who will South Africa play in the semi-final?

Since they topped their group, South Africa will play the second team from the other group in the semi-finals. The next match between India and New Zealand will decide their opponent. If India loses, South Africa will play Team India in the semi-finals. But if India wins, the Proteas will play New Zealand in the next round.

This crushing defeat has helped solidify South Africa's stance as a possible winner of the championship title, and England was left winless in the competition with nothing to bring back home.