England Defeats New Zealand to Secure Semifinal Spot in Women's Cricket World Cup 2025

In the final league game of the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup, England defeated New Zealand by eight wickets, with Sophie Devine playing her last ODI, scoring 23 runs. New Zealand was bowled out for 168, largely due to Linsey Smith's bowling figures of 3-30, while England’s Amy Jones scored an unbeaten 86 to lead her team to victory. England finished second in the league and will face South Africa in the first semifinal, while Australia and India will contest the second. The White Ferns ended the league in sixth place with one win, and Devine was honored by both teams as she exited the field for the last time. In other tournament news, South Africa will play England in the semifinals after a heavy loss to Australia, where Alana King took seven wickets for 18 runs. England’s semifinal preparations include hopes to regain form after some inconsistent performances during the league stage.