New Delhi: Australia (SAW vs AUSW) is going to compete with host South Africa in the final of the Women’s T20 World Cup being hosted by South Africa. But before this, an exciting news has come out for women’s cricket. In fact, 34-year-old African fast bowler Shabnim Ismail has made a big record by throwing the fastest ball in the history of women’s cricket. Shabnam did this feat in the semi-final match against England. In which she made English batsman Sophia Dunkley run for 28 and Alice Capsey for 0.

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The African speed star bowled at a speed of 80 miles per hour i.e. 128 kilometers per hour. Which is considered to be the fastest ball ever in women’s cricket history. Although it has not been officially confirmed yet. But this is being said in the media reports. Let us tell you that in the semi-final played between England and South Africa, Africa registered a thrilling victory by 6 runs and made it to the final for the first time.

Laura-Tazmin’s steamy innings

Batting first in the semi-final match, South Africa scored 164/4 against England. After half-century innings of 53 by Laura Wolvaardt and 68 by Tajmin Brits, Marijne Kapp batted tremendously with 27 not out in the last over. Sophie Ecclestone took three wickets for England. Earlier, South African captain Soon Luce won the toss and decided to bat first. Chasing the target of 165 runs, the England team was able to score only 158 runs in 20 overs. Ayabonga Khaka took four wickets while Shabnam Ismail took three wickets for the hosts. Nat Sciver-Brunt scored the highest innings of 40 runs for England.

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Australia will compete in the final

The Women’s T20 world has got two finalists in the form of Australia and South Africa. Now just waiting for the champion. Whose decision will be taken on Sunday 26 February. If seen, Australia seems to have the upper hand here. Out of the 8 World Cup tournaments so far, except for the first edition, Australia has made it to the finals of every World Cup.

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Out of which the team has won the trophy thrice in the years 2010, 2012, 2014 and in 2018 and 2020 as well. In such a situation, if Australia captures this title even in the year 2023, then it will not be surprising. On the other hand, the South African team has made it to the finals of the Women’s World Cup for the first time. Has also performed brilliantly in the tournament. In this situation, the African team can also do a big upset by defeating Australia in the final.