SA vs NZ Semifinal: Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand will lock horns with Temba Bavuma’s South Africa in the second semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. South Africa remained unbeaten in the group-stage, with a washed-out game against Australia. On the other hand, New Zealand, who qualified after winning the Tri-Series including Pakistan and South Africa, and defeating Bangladesh and Pakistan, suffered a defeat against India in their final group-stage match.
As New Zealand and South Africa prepare for their crucial Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal clash, here’s everything you need to know about the date, time, live streaming, head-to-head record, pitch and weather conditions, and more.
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SA vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal Match Date, Time, Pitch & Report And More
SA vs NZ Semifinal Match Date, Time & Venue: Date- March 5 (Wednesday), Time- 2:30 PM IST (2:00 PM Local), Venue- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Where to watch the SA vs NZ Semifinal Match: Live Streaming- JioHotstar app and website. Live Telecast- Star Sports Network and Sports18 Network
SA vs NZ Semifinal Lahore Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium has produced batting-friendly surfaces in the two full matches played so far in the tournament. In the first game at this venue, Australia successfully chased down a massive 351 against England, while the second match between Afghanistan and England saw a total of over 600 runs. The pitch is expected to maintain these characteristics for the SA vs NZ semifinal clash.
SA vs NZ Semifinal Match Weather Report
According to AccuWeather, temperatures during the SA vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal match in Lahore are expected to range between 17-23°C. Humidity levels will hover around 30-40%, with no rain expected and zero cloud cover anticipated. The conditions are expected to be sunny during the playing hours.
SA vs NZ Head-To-Head Record In ODIs
Matches Played: 73
New Zealand Won: 26
South Africa Won: 42
No Result: 5
SA vs NZ Champions Trophy Semifinal Probable Playing 11s
New Zealand Probable Playing 11: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (capt), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Will O’Rourke
South Africa Probable Playing 11: Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (capt), Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
