Guwahati, Oct. 3 -- Ahead of England's ICC Women's World Cup opener against South Africa, England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt said that Proteas skipper Laura Wolvaardt is "difficult to get out", so the key would be to have plans in place against her and get early wickets.

Two-time champions England will aim for a winning start against the Proteas, who have reached the semifinals three times. Wolvaardt, the Proteas skipper, is in fine form, having struck a century during the series win over Pakistan away from home in Asian conditions before the tournament. This year, she has made 348 runs in nine innings at an average of 38.66, with a century and a fifty each. Her partnership with Tanzim Brits has been exceptional since 2023, having scored 1...