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Proteas’ CWC25 Shock: From 69 All Out to 2nd on Table; Sinalo Jafta’s Inspiring ICC Feature

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 3 weeks ago | Oct 18, 2025 04:07 pm IST
Proteas' CWC25 Shock: From 69 All Out to 2nd on Table; Sinalo Jafta's Inspiring ICC Feature

What a comeback story. Seriously. Just when you thought the Proteas Women were down and out of the CWC25 after a humiliating defeat, they’ve roared back in a way nobody saw coming. This isn’t just a team winning games; it’s a story of pure resilience, with wicketkeeper-batter Sinalo Jafta right at the heart of it.

Key Takeaways

  • Dramatic Turnaround: After being bowled out for just 69 by England, the Proteas won three consecutive matches in the CWC25.
  • Jafta’s Inspiring Story: Despite a dismissal against Bangladesh, the ICC released a video on Oct 18, 2025, celebrating Sinalo Jafta’s inspiring journey.
  • Dominant Victory: South Africa secured a massive 10-wicket win against Sri Lanka on October 17, 2025.
  • Points Table Surge: This winning streak catapulted the Proteas to second place in the CWC25 points table.

From Rock Bottom to a Roaring Comeback

Look, let’s be honest. Getting bowled out for 69 by England is a crushing blow. For most teams, that’s a tournament-ender, a confidence-shatterer. But not this Proteas squad. They didn’t just crawl back. They exploded back onto the scene with three straight victories, completely flipping the script on their CWC25 campaign.

This incredible rebound has everyone talking. It’s the kind of determination that defines a championship team. They went from a moment of national disappointment to becoming one of the most feared teams in the tournament, seemingly overnight.

Sinalo Jafta: The Unbreakable Spirit

And then there’s Sinalo Jafta. Here’s the thing, her story is about more than just runs on a scoreboard. In the match against Bangladesh on October 13, she was bowled out by Fahima Khatun. A tough moment, for sure. But just a few days later, on October 18, the ICC itself dropped a video titled “Sinalo Jafta’s inspiring journey for the Proteas | CWC25.”

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Think about that. The official governing body chose to highlight her story. It shows that her contribution, her spirit, and her determination are a huge part of this team’s success, regardless of one dismissal. She embodies the team’s entire comeback narrative in one person. It’s about resilience over results.

Demolishing Sri Lanka and Eyeing the Prize

The peak of this comeback? It had to be the match against Sri Lanka on October 17. The Proteas didn’t just win; they annihilated them. A commanding 10-wicket victory that sent a clear message to every other team in the CWC25. That win was massive, rocketing them straight to second place in the points table.

So, where do they go from here? The Proteas have proven they can bounce back from the absolute lowest of lows. They have momentum, confidence, and a story that’s inspiring cricket fans everywhere. Can they go all the way? After a comeback like this, you’d be crazy to bet against them.