The most prestigious competition in women's cricket, the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025, has reached its exciting knockout phase. The first semi-final match of the tournament will be played today between the women's teams of England and South Africa at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
Sports News: The ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 commenced on September 30th, and after nearly a month of spectacular matches, the tournament has now reached its final stage. The knockout round begins on October 29th, with the first semi-final match scheduled for today between England and South Africa at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
The team that wins this match will advance to the final and remain in contention for the title. Meanwhile, South Africa's star all-rounder Marizanne Kapp has a golden opportunity to achieve a significant record in this match.
Marizanne Kapp Nears Jhulan Goswami's World Record
South Africa's veteran all-rounder Marizanne Kapp is considered among the best bowlers in the history of the Women's ODI World Cup. She now has a golden opportunity to equal the World Cup record held by India's legendary bowler Jhulan Goswami. So far, Kapp has taken 39 wickets. If she succeeds in taking 4 wickets in today's semi-final match against England, she will equal Jhulan Goswami's record of 43 wickets. This record is the highest for any bowler in Women's World Cup history to date.
Jhulan Goswami had taken 43 wickets in 34 matches during her illustrious career and retired from cricket in 2023. Now, Kapp has a golden opportunity to etch her name into the pages of history.
Top Wicket-Takers in World Cup History
Looking at the list of highest wicket-takers in the history of the Women's ODI World Cup, India's Jhulan Goswami stands at the top. Following her, three legendary bowlers are jointly in second place with 39 wickets —
- Jhulan Goswami (India) - 43
- Lynn Fulston (Australia) - 39
- Marizanne Kapp (South Africa) - 39
- Megan Schutt (Australia) - 39
Marizanne Kapp is in brilliant form in this World Cup. She has taken 7 wickets in the tournament so far and has played a crucial role in leading South Africa to the semi-finals. Her swing and line-length have been highly effective even against b teams like England. Team captain Laura Wolvaardt recently stated, "Kapp is the backbone of our bowling attack. Whenever the team needs a breakthrough, she always steps up."
