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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the lineup of match officials for the semi-finals of the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, with England, South Africa, Australia, and India set to vie for a spot in the grand finale later this week.
The first semi-final, scheduled for October 29 in Guwahati, will see England take on South Africa.
Australia’s Eloise Sheridan and the West Indies’ Jacquline Williams have been appointed as on-field umpires for the high-stakes encounter.
Both officials have had an active role throughout the group stage.
Sheridan oversaw England’s commanding 10-wicket win over South Africa as well as the Proteas’ victory against Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Williams stood in South Africa’s triumphs against India and Bangladesh and England’s mixed outings against India and Australia.
Vrinda Rathi will serve as the third umpire, Claire Polosak as the fourth, with GS Lakshmi acting as match referee.
The second semi-final, set for October 30 at Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, promises a blockbuster as hosts India face table-toppers Australia.
South Africa’s Lauren Agenbag and England’s Sue Redfern will be the on-field umpires for the much-anticipated clash.
Agenbag has officiated several of India’s group matches, including fixtures against Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, while Redfern featured during Australia’s record-breaking chase against India earlier in the tournament.
Kim Cotton will serve as the third umpire, Nimali Perera as the fourth, and Michell Pereira will oversee proceedings as match referee.
In terms of standings, Australia marched into the knockouts unbeaten to top the table, while India secured the final semi-final berth by finishing fourth.
England, buoyed by a dominant win over New Zealand, ended second, setting up a rematch with South Africa, who clinched third place.
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