Visakhapatnam, Oct. 9 -- After incessant rain interrupted the exciting contest, South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and opted to field against the hosts India at the ongoing Women's World Cup on Thursday in Visakhapatnam.

Relentless rain in Visakhapatnam forced the toss to be delayed by an hour. Despite the unprecedented setback, not a single over has been lost to weather. The ground staff put in the hard yards by using a super sopper to ensure the surface doesn't hinder the players.

India boasts a formidable record against South Africa in the Women's ODIs, notching 20 wins while conceding 12 defeats. India comes into the clash on the back of two successive victories, while South Africa got off to an abysmal start in their...