England seal netball semi-final spot

World No.3 England downed fifth-ranked South Africa 62-46 to secure their place in the semi-finals at the netball World Cup in Sydney.

Joanne Harten of England, (right), with Adele Niemand of South Africa

England have wrapped up their semi-final spot at the netball World Cup with a win over South Africa. (AAP)

England wrapped up their semi-final spot at the netball World Cup in Sydney with a 62-46 win over South Africa on Friday.

Although the South Africans matched England goal for goal early on, England's rugged defence, through-court ball-speed and unerring accuracy gradually wore them down.

The win means world No.3 England are almost certain to meet the second-ranked Silver Ferns in Saturday's semi-finals.

Earlier, Jamaica sealed their place in the other semi-final with hard-fought 63-62 win over sixth-ranked Malawi.

Their likely opponent will be defending world champions Australia.


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