Summary
South Africa won a cricket match against Pakistan by 150 runs in the ICC Women's World Cup in Colombo, using the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method because of rain interruptions. This victory knocked Pakistan out of the tournament, while South Africa moved to the top of the standings.
Key Facts
- South Africa scored 312-9 in 40 overs, with top scorer Laura Wolvaardt making 90 runs.
- Rain caused delays, and play was stopped for nearly two and a half hours during South Africa's innings.
- The match used the DLS method, which adjusts scores due to weather interruptions.
- Pakistan's target was reduced to 234 runs from 20 overs after rain interruptions.
- South Africa's bowlers limited Pakistan to 83-7 in their chase.
- Pakistan's loss eliminated them from the World Cup, while South Africa topped the tournament table.
- Three South African players hit half-centuries in the match.
