Hosts England will take on South Africa in the second semifinal of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Kennington Oval in London on Thursday, July 2, with a place in the final on the line. The winner will meet six-time champions Australia in the title clash at Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday, July 5. Unlike the opening semifinal, where Australia comfortably defeated the West Indies, the second semifinal is expected to be a closely contested encounter, with both sides appearing evenly matched. South Africa eye third straight final South Africa's pace attack, led by Marizanne Kapp, Shabnim Ismail and Ayabonga Khaka, has been one of the team's biggest strengths during the tournament. The trio has claimed 25 wickets at an average of 18.84, a record surpassed only by Australia. Drawn in the so-called group of death, South Africa advanced to the knockout stage after winning four of their five matches. Australia's victory over India in the final group-stage match also helped the Proteas secure a semifinal berth by eliminating India. A victory over England would send South Africa into their third consecutive Women's T20 World Cup final and provide another opportunity to win their maiden ICC trophy. England vs South Africa live streaming details The second semifinal between England and South Africa will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website. England vs South Africa head-to-head in T20Is Matches: 32 England: 23 South Africa: 8 No Result: 1