Updated On: 06 March, 2025 07:43 AM IST | Lahore | PTI
Calculated centuries by Kane Williamson (102) and Rachin Ravindra (108) help NZ post massive 362-6 to beat SA by 50 runs; set up final date with India

New Zealand’s Kane Williamson during his 102 against South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore yesterday; (right) Rachin Ravindra en route his 108 during their semi-final against South Africa yesterday Pics/AFP
New Zealand beat South Africa by 50 runs in Champions Trophy semi-final to set up a summit clash against India, here on Wednesday. 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.
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.