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India and South Africa Win Big in T20 World Cup Group 1

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India and South Africa both secured vital victories to keep their semi-final hopes alive in Group 1. India beat Bangladesh by five wickets at Emirates Old Trafford, driven by Shafali Verma's 53 off 34 balls. South Africa dominated the Netherlands in Bristol, winning by 88 runs after posting a massive total of 208-1.

Tazmin Brits stole the show with an unbeaten 114 off 69 balls, marking the highest individual score of the tournament. Her maiden T20I century included 15 fours and three sixes. Ayabonga Khaka tightened the screws for the Proteas, taking three wickets in the final over to restrict the Dutch to 120-8.

Australia currently leads the pool on eight points, while India sits second with six points and a superior net run-rate of 2.268. India's path to the knockouts depends on their upcoming clash with Australia at Lord's. A loss could see them eliminated if South Africa defeat Bangladesh in their final game.

Meanwhile, England has already progressed from Group 2 after four straight wins, including a 38-run victory over the West Indies. West Indies can still qualify if they beat Ireland, though Sri Lanka and New Zealand remain in the hunt for the final spot in the last four.