SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final: New Zealand advances to final to face India

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final: New Zealand Set Up Final Clash with India After Dominant Win Over South Africa

• New Zealand secured a 50-run victory over South Africa to book their spot in the final against India.
• David Miller fought valiantly, smashing 48 runs in the last three overs to remain unbeaten on 100 off 67 balls. His last-wicket partnership with Lungi Ngidi yielded 56 runs off just 27 balls, with Miller contributing 54 in 25 deliveries.
• Despite Miller’s late fireworks, South Africa was out of contention well before his onslaught, leading to a subdued celebration.

New Zealand’s Dominant Bowling Display

• Chasing a steep target of 363, South Africa looked promising in the first 20 overs but suffered a dramatic collapse triggered by New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner.
• Santner dismissed Temba Bavuma (56 off 71) and Rassie van der Dussen (half-century) before removing Heinrich Klaasen for just three runs.
• David Miller held firm at one end but witnessed Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, and Wiaan Mulder fall in quick succession.

New Zealand’s Explosive Batting Performance

• Earlier, New Zealand posted a formidable 362/6 in 50 overs, powered by Rachin Ravindra’s sensational 108 off 101 balls and a 164-run stand with Kane Williamson.
• Kagiso Rabada ended the partnership in the 34th over, but by then, New Zealand had built a solid foundation.
• The Kiwis accelerated in the last 10 overs, adding 111 runs to their total.

New Zealand will now face India in the final on Sunday in what promises to be an exciting showdown.