Japan and the U.S. clinched the final two of the eight spots in September's Billie Jean King Cup Finals with 2-1 wins over Canada and Slovakia in the final group-stages matches of the 2025 Qualifiers.

The last showdown in a National Cup final occurred in 2006, during the Absa Cup era, when Chiefs edged Pirates on penalties after a goalless draw in extra time. Pirates defeated Marumo Gallants 1-0 at ...