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The Women’s World Cup 2025 witnessed an electrifying moment in Colombo as South Africa’s experienced pacer produced one of the finest deliveries of the tournament to dismiss Sri Lankan batter . The Group Stage encounter between Sri Lanka and South Africa carries immense significance for both teams — with Sri Lanka fighting to keep their semifinal hopes alive and the Proteas looking to strengthen their top-four chances. Notably, Australia have already booked their spot in the knockouts following a dominant win over Bangladesh.
Masabata Klaas bowls a dream delivery to send Hasini Perera packing
The dismissal came on the first ball of the eighth over when Klaas delivered an absolute peach that left both fans and commentators in awe. Clocked at 105.8 km/h, the delivery pitched on a good length, angling in towards the left-handed Perera. The Sri Lankan batter attempted to push forward with a straight bat, but the ball moved just enough off the seam to beat her outside edge and crash into the top of off-stump.
It was a classic fast-bowler’s dismissal — skill, precision, and movement combined to perfection. Klaas’s reaction said it all as she celebrated passionately, knowing she had produced something truly special for her side. The delivery instantly went viral on social media, with fans praising Klaas for her immaculate control and seam presentation.
Here’s the video:
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Rain halts play in Colombo after promising start
Unfortunately for both sides, rain interrupted proceedings shortly after the second wicket. At the time of the stoppage, Sri Lanka were 46/2 after 12 overs, looking to rebuild following the early blows from the Proteas’ pace attack.
The umpires called for the covers as dark clouds hovered over the R. Premadasa Stadium. The entire playing area was swiftly covered, but the downpour showed no signs of relenting. With strong winds blowing across the venue, fans and players alike hoped for the rain to clear out soon. However, as of the latest update, there was no positive news regarding the resumption of play.
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