South Africa posted 164 for 4 against England in the semifinal of the women's T20 World Cup here on Friday.

Opting to bat, openers Laura Wolvaardt (53), Tazmin Brits (68) scored half centuries to give South Africa a strong start.

For England, star spinner Sophie Ecclestone took three wickets.

Brief Scores: South Africa 164 for 4 in 20 overs (Tazmin Brits 68, Laura Wolvaardt 53; Sophie Ecclestone 3/22).

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