South Africa opened their group game against Bangladesh at Lord’s. Wickets fell like ninepins and fans watched nervously . The run rate steadied in the middle overs as both sides shared wickets .
In the parallel fixture, India began their campaign against Ireland in a first‑T20 meeting. India built a modest total early and Ireland pushed hard later on . Both matches played under crystal‑clear skies . Spectators packed the historic ground, creating a carnival vibe . The Women’s T20 World Cup now shifts toward the showdown phase. Teams are fighting for every quarter‑final spot.