Women’s T20 World Cup: Windies knock out England

Captain Hayley Matthews and her opening partner Qiana Joseph struck fine half centuries as West Indies registered a thumping six-wicket win over England to qualify for the semifinals of the Women’s T20 World Cup here on Tuesday.

England were knocked out of the showpiece following the defeat. Matthews (50 off 38 balls) and Joseph (52 off 38 balls) shared 102 runs for the opening wicket in 12.2 overs to take the game away from England as West Indies chased down the target of 142 with 12 balls to spare. Both got out in quick succession but Deandra Dottin’s 27 off 19 balls ensured that West Indies reached 142 for 4 in 18 overs.

South Africa will face Group A winners and defending champions Australia in the first semifinals on Thursday while West Indies take on Group A runners-up New Zealand in the second semifinals on Friday.