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Champions Trophy 2025: Semi-Final 2, New Zealand vs South Africa- Stats & Records at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Pakistan

Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final 2, New Zealand vs South Africa- Stats & Records at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Pakistan

Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final 2, New Zealand vs South Africa- Stats & Records at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Pakistan

Champions Trophy 2025: Semi-Final 2, South Africa vs New Zealand- Stats & Records at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Pakistan. (Photo Source: Twitter)

The 2nd Semi-Final of the Champions Trophy 2025 between South Africa and New Zealand will take place at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore Wednesday, March 5 at 2:30 PM. Two champion teams will go head-to-head in what promises to be a thrilling contest. With batting-friendly conditions, a high-scoring match is expected, with plenty of runs on the board.


South Africa’s Dominance in the tournament

South Africa remains unbeaten in the tournament, having secured victories against Afghanistan and England, while their match against Australia was washed out due to rain. The Proteas dominated Group B, finishing at the top of the table with an impressive run rate. With momentum on their side, South Africa will carry their confidence into the highly anticipated semi-final clash against New Zealand in Lahore.New Zealand’s Journey to Semi Final


New Zealand’s Journey to Semi Final

New Zealand has always been a formidable side, especially in ICC events. They showcased their strength by defeating hosts Pakistan by 80 runs in Karachi and overcoming Bangladesh by 5 wickets in Rawalpindi. However, in Dubai, they fell short against India, losing by 44 runs while chasing a target of 250. Despite the setback, New Zealand secured their place in the semi-finals and boast an impressive ODI record in Pakistan. The highly anticipated clash between South Africa and New Zealand promises to be a thrilling encounter, bringing immense excitement to cricket fans worldwide.


ODI Stats and Records at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Pakistan

The surface is more favorable for batting, with a 300+ total expected in both innings. Additionally, there will be no significant changes in the pitch, regardless of whether a team bats or bowls first.

Matches Played 72
Matches Won Batting First  36
Matches Won Batting Second 33
Matches With No Result 02
Matches Tied 01
Average First Innings Score 258
Highest Team Total  375
Highest Total Successfully Chased  356

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Top player battles to watch out for in SA vs NZ:

Kane Williamson vs Kagiso Rabada

Champions Trophy 2025: Semi-Final 2, New Zealand vs South Africa- Stats & Records at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore, Pakistan
Kane Williamson vs Kagiso Rabada

The batting maestro, Kane Williamson, is set to face South Africa’s veteran pace bowler, Kagiso Rabada, in the tournament’s semi-final. It’s a battle of Rabada’s fiery pace against Williamson’s elegant class. Given the batting-friendly conditions, Williamson holds a slight advantage. However, Rabada’s raw pace and ability to swing the ball both ways could pose a serious challenge for Williamson.


Temba Bavuma vs Matt Henry

Temba Bavuma vs Matt Henry

The captain of the Proteas, Temba Bavuma, is ready to take on New Zealand’s pace leader, Matt Henry. Henry possesses the ability to seam the ball both ways, making him a formidable threat with the new ball. Early in the power play, we can expect a high-quality battle between these two, as Bavuma looks to counter Henry’s movement and set the tone for South Africa.

Disclaimer: The information presented in this news article is based on the author’s insights, analysis, and perspective. Readers are encouraged to evaluate the details thoughtfully and draw their own conclusions.

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