‘I am on my feet applauding’: Fans erupt as Laura Wolvaardt smashes stunning century against England in Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal

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South Africa captain Laura Wolfhardt He gave an amazing performance 2025 Women’s World Cup semi-final against Englandsmashing a stunning century that left fans applauding him wildly. Her accomplished and brilliant innings played a pivotal role in South Africa’s competitive total and survival in the high-pressure knockout tie at the Barsabara Stadium, Guwahati.

Laura Wolfhardt Masterclass in Guwahati

Wolfhardt scored her maiden hundred in the Women’s World Cup, captaining South Africa with resilience and precision. She reached an impressive hundred despite England’s ferocious bowling attack, including the likes of Sophie Ecclestone who claimed four wickets. Wolvaardt’s 100-plus innings included a 116-run partnership with opening partner Tazmin Brits, which put South Africa in a strong position and set the stage for an exciting contest.

Her innings (169 off 143) also saw her equal the record of 50-plus scores in Women’s World Cup history, alongside Indian batting legend Mithali Raj with 13 fifty-plus scores in 23 innings. Wolfhardt also crossed the 5,000-run mark in women’s ODI, becoming the first South African and the sixth woman in the world to achieve the feat.

Crowd reaction: A standing ovation for Laura Wolfhardt

Fans took to social media to praise Wolfardt’s striking brilliance. One post summed up the widespread admiration by saying: “I’m on my feet clapping” Reflecting the excitement and respect with which she commanded her knock. Spectators in the stadium and viewers around the world were impressed by her patience and ability to guide her team under immense pressure.

Despite early wickets and England’s attempts to wrest control, Wolfhardt’s steady hand combined with Marizanne Kapp, who provided crucial support, enabled South Africa to post a huge total of 319/7. Kapp scored with 42 runs off 33 balls, ensuring that the Proteas remained in the contention even after the key wicket fell.

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100* Highest for leader Laura Wolfhardt in #CWC25 Half of the match against England 🙌🏽 @ProteasWomenCSA

– Member (@Thabiso Musia) October 29, 2025

🚨The main number of the World Cup is 100 by Laura Wolfhardt🚨

She smashed a brilliant ton against England in the semi-final. The Proteas captain leads from the front. 🇿🇦#Women’s World Cup 2025 pic.twitter.com/4yymrD5I7V

– Divyansh Chauhan (@Imchauhan28) October 29, 2025

Laura Wolfhardt just played the greatest World Cup semi-final of all time… #Women’s World Cup 2025

– Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) October 29, 2025

Laura Wolfhardt bows 🔥😮‍💨 and I’m on my feet clapping 100 hard #Proteas #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/xVQpY8GlJX

– Thabang (@Thabang_304) October 29, 2025

One hundred to Captain Laura Wolfhardt. 💯

Laura Wolfhardt smashed a stunning goal against England in the Women’s World Cup grand semi-final

-What a wonderful hundred for Captain Laura.#Laura Wolfhardt #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/gd4inQhA02

– Jitendra Kumar (@jitenda60203698) October 29, 2025

A wonderful century by Laura Wolfhardt. But she must be equally disappointed by the fall of the wicket at the other end. I can’t believe this is her first century in a World Cup (with 12 fifties so far).#rescue

– Samrat Maharjan (@MaharjanSamraat) October 29, 2025

Laura Wolvaardt has 5000 ODI runs and 10 ODI centuries. What a day to reach those milestones…. #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/atGxi6yYBZ

– Four6out (@four6out) October 29, 2025

The Wolfhardt century has been enjoyed personally. From enjoying her free days to seeing Captain Laura with her tight bun, she is the rock of this lineup, what a ride. Applause from the media, and the fans watch. As they all should. #ENGvSA #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/G2NnJLdrXR

– Lavanya 🎙️🎥👩🏻‍💻 (@lav_narayanan) October 29, 2025

100 for Laura Wolvaardt on the biggest stage of the game. Her first 100 is in the ladies restroom.

What a player, what a role. ❤ pic.twitter.com/BKb7y9X3Yw

– Suheeem (@Suheeeem) October 29, 2025

Lead from the front! 💥

A century of the highest quality from Laura Wolvaardt! The first one is from #CWC25And what is the right time to deliver it! 🤩✨️

An author, a sophisticate, and a leader. 🇿🇦#Unbreakable #CWC25 pic.twitter.com/x7TVT0Rdzz

– Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) October 29, 2025

Century💯 For Captain Laura Wolfhardt, this is the decisive round, the tenth of his career🏏#CWC25 #ENGWvsSAW @ProteasWomenCSA

– Abhinay Thakur 🍃🌠 (@Bearded_Bowler) October 29, 2025