South Africa and New Zealand are set to face each other in the second Semifinal of Champion Trophy 2025. Here are the key details:
Match Insights
Fixture: South Africa vs. New Zealand, Semi-final 2
Tournament: ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan
- Pitch & Conditions:
The Gaddafi Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface with high scores often achieved. Fast bowlers get some assistance early on, but spinners could play a significant role later in the game. Weather conditions are expected to be dry and sunny.
Squad Details
South Africa Probable XI:
- Ryan Rickelton
- Temba Bavuma (c)
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Heinrich Klaasen(wk)
- David Miller
- Aiden Markram
- Marco Jansen
- Kagiso Rabada
- Lungi Ngidi
- Keshav Maharaj
- Tabraiz Shamsi
New Zealand Probable XI:
- Devon Conway
- Will Young
- Kane Williamson
- Daryl Mitchell
- Glenn Phillips
- Tom Latham (wk)
- Mitchell Santner (c)
- Michael Bracewell
- Jacob Duffy
- Kyle Jamieson
- Nathan Smith
Latest Updates
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Key Players to Watch:
- South Africa: Kagiso Rabada, Heinrich Klaasen, Rassie van der Dussen
- New Zealand: Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Trent Boult
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Form Guide:
- South Africa has been consistent with their batting lineup but will rely on their bowling attack to make an impact.
- New Zealand has displayed depth in both batting and bowling, recently defeating South Africa in the group stage by chasing a 304-run target.
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Injury Updates:
Both teams have their key players fit and ready, with South Africa bolstered by the return of Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen. -
Strategies:
- South Africa may look to utilize spin in the middle overs, given the conditions.
- New Zealand will rely on their pacers, especially Trent Boult, for early breakthroughs.
The winner of this match will face the victor of Semi-final 1 in the final on Sunday, March 9, 2025.