South Africa’s David Miller, fourth left, is congratulated by New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell on finishing his century during the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal cricket match between New Zealand and South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan, Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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New Zealand beat South Africa by 50 runs in the Champions Trophy semifinal to set up a summit clash against India, in Lahore on Wednesday (March 5, 2025).
New Zealand scored a mammoth 362 for six after electing to bat, courtesy Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson’s fluent centuries, and then restricted South Africa to 312 for 9 in 50 overs.
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South Africa seemed to be on course in the initial part of their run chase but they stumbled later on, losing wickets in the middle overs, to eventually lose their way.
David Miller remained not out on 100 while captain Temba Bavuma (56) and Rassie van der Dussen (69) struck half centuries but those were not enough while chasing a tall target.
Mitchell Santner (3/43) was the most successful bowler for New Zealand with three wickets, while Glenn Phillips and Matt Henry also chipped in with two each.
Earlier, Ravindra produced a 101-ball 108-run knock that was laced with 13 fours and a six, while Williamson smashed 102 off 94 balls with 10 fours and two maximums.
Daryl Mitchell (49) and Glenn Phillips (49 not out) provided the fireworks in the slog overs.
Brief Score: New Zealand: 362 for 6 in 50 overs (Rachin Ravindra 108, Kane Williamson 102; Lungi Ngidi 3/72).
South Africa: 312 for 9 in 50 overs (Temba Bavuma 56, Rassie van der Dussen 69, David Miller 100 not out; Mitchell Santner 3/43, Glenn Phillips 2/27, Matt Henry 2/43).
Published – March 05, 2025 06:51 pm IST
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