SA vs NZ Highlights, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 2nd Semi-Final: David Miller hits 100 in losing cause, New Zealand to meet India in final

Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma said, "I do think it was above-par. Probably if it was 350, we would have backed ourselves to chase the score. We had one or two partnerships today but we needed me or Rassie to go on and emulate what two of their batters did. They really put us under pressure from the word go, the way they were able to pierce the off-side at the start and the way they played in the middle overs. Kudos to them, credit to their batters, Rachin and Williamson and even the batters who came in, Mitchell and Phillips. We were 125/1 and me and Rassie were still batting. Unfortunately, we weren't able to set that foundation for them. A bit of a soft dismissal for me and a better dismissal for Rassie and we left too much for them in the end. Like I said in the beginning, like I mentioned that we were 125/1, we had to be more decisive, not give an opportunity for the opposition to come back and being ruthless. We needed to take care of the key moments in the game. "

MoM Rachin Ravindra says, "It's always great to contribute to the team, an emphatic victory at the semi-final stage and it's very pleasing. I didn't start as well as I wanted, Marco and Lungi bowled well, once I got going, partnerships with Young and Kane, it started working for me, partnerships with those two, going with the ebbs and flows of the game, the two helped me get going. We were thinking about 300, then Kane started accelerating, then GP Dareyk Mitchell, and the rest kicked on to take us past 350. It's important to think about what next, but it's all about celebrating the win today, Kane with another classy hundred. Once we go to Dubai, we'll switch back and think about the final."

David Miller smashed an unbeaten 100 off 67 balls while Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma struck half-centuries but South Africa managed 312-9. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner used seven bowlers but led by example with a match-turning 3-43.

The commanding New Zealand defeated South Africa in the second Semifinal in Lahore and will now face India in the final on Sunday. South Africa, on the other hand, have lost yet another semi-final in an ICC event.

No less than a miracle can make South Africa win the semifinal against New Zealand now. The Proteas need 107 runs in just 28 balls now. With David Miller still in the middle, SA have lost 9 wickets now. Required Run Rate has soared to close to 24 runs per over now.

Chasing a mammoth total of 362, South Africa have almost fallen apart as after 40 overs, the Proteas are 8 down and still need 127 off 57 balls. David Miller is the only hope who is unbeaten at 40 off 36 balls. Indians are gearing up to face Kiwis in the final of Champions Trophy 2025.

South Africa's run chase campaign has gone off track with 6th wicket fell in 36th over. Wiaan Mulder gone for 8(13). 200/6 in 35.6 overs. The Proteas have lost 2 wickets for 19 runs in last 5 overs.

South Africa is struggling at 192/5 after 33 overs, needing 171 runs from 17 overs at a steep required run rate. Aiden Markram (31 off 29) departs after a soft return catch to Rachin Ravindra (2-0-18-1). David Miller (12 off 11) now shoulders the responsibility, but with pressure mounting, the Proteas need a big partnership to stay in the chase.

South Africa reaches 181/4 after 31 overs, with the required run rate now at 9.57. Aiden Markram (27 off 23) and David Miller (6 off 7) are at the crease, looking to accelerate. Rachin Ravindra (1-0-7-0) conceded a few in his first over, while Will O’Rourke (6-0-49-0) has been expensive. With 182 runs still needed, the Proteas must find boundaries quickly to stay in the hunt.

Aiden Markram keeps South Africa’s hopes alive with a brilliant pull shot to midwicket off Will O’Rourke. The required run rate is climbing, but Markram’s intent is clear. With David Miller at the other end, the Proteas need a steady yet aggressive approach to stay in the chase. Can they keep the momentum going?

Mitchell Santner continues to weave his magic, dismissing Heinrich Klaasen for just 3 runs off 7 balls. South Africa is now struggling at 166/4, with the required run rate edging closer to 9.

With 197 runs still needed from 21.5 overs, the pressure is mounting on Aiden Markram. The Proteas desperately need a solid partnership to stay in the chase. Can they recover, or is New Zealand tightening its grip on the match?

South Africa reaches 166/3 after 28 overs, with the required run rate creeping up to 8.95. Aiden Markram (18 off 14) and Heinrich Klaasen (3 off 5) are at the crease, needing to accelerate soon to keep the chase on track.

Mitchell Santner (6-0-28-2) has been the key threat, picking up two vital wickets, including Rassie van der Dussen. With 197 runs needed from 22 overs, the Proteas must find boundaries quickly or risk falling too far behind. Can Markram and Klaasen shift gears in time?

New Zealand gets a crucial breakthrough as Mitchell Santner cleans up Rassie van der Dussen for 69. The South African batter was looking set to accelerate but misjudged one, allowing Santner to strike at the right moment.

With van der Dussen gone, the onus now falls on Aiden Markram and the middle order to keep the chase alive. South Africa still needs a big effort, with the required run rate climbing steadily. Can they recover, or will New Zealand tighten its grip on the match?

Rassie van der Dussen and Aiden Markram are upping the tempo as South Africa pushes forward in their chase. Markram showcased his class with a glorious cover drive for four, followed by a well-placed square drive. Van der Dussen, looking in fine touch, added another boundary to keep the scoreboard ticking.

With the required run rate climbing, the Proteas will need to maintain this attacking intent to stay in the hunt. New Zealand’s bowlers, led by O’Rourke, will look for another breakthrough to regain control.

Mitchell Santner provides the breakthrough as Temba Bavuma departs for 56 off 71 balls. The South African skipper looked solid but couldn’t accelerate, chipping one straight to Kane Williamson.

With Bavuma gone, South Africa is now 129/2, needing 233 runs from 27.2 overs at a required run rate of 8.53. Rassie van der Dussen remains at the crease, and the Proteas will need a strong partnership to stay in the hunt.

Mitchell Santner provides the breakthrough as Temba Bavuma departs for 56 off 71 balls. The South African skipper looked solid but couldn’t accelerate, chipping one straight to Kane Williamson.

With Bavuma gone, South Africa is now 129/2, needing 233 runs from 27.2 overs at a required run rate of 8.53. Rassie van der Dussen remains at the crease, and the Proteas will need a strong partnership to stay in the hunt.

Rassie van der Dussen brings up his half-century with a single off Michael Bracewell, reaching 50 off 49 balls. His steady innings, alongside skipper Temba Bavuma (52* off 66), is keeping South Africa in the chase.

At 119/1 in 21.5 overs, the required run rate remains high at 8.44, with 244 runs needed from 28.1 overs. The Proteas will need to pick up the scoring to stay on track.

Temba Bavuma reaches his fifty with a single off Michael Bracewell. The South African captain has played a composed knock, scoring 50 off 62 balls, anchoring the innings as his team chases a steep target.

South Africa stands at 107/1, with Rassie van der Dussen (38 off 41) providing support. The required run rate continues to climb, now at 8.29, as the Proteas look to pick up the pace in the coming overs.

South Africa moves to 106/1 after 19 overs, with the required run rate rising to 8.29. Temba Bavuma (49 off 61) is nearing his half-century, while Rassie van der Dussen (38 off 41) remains steady at the other end.

Mitchell Santner (2-0-5-0) and Michael Bracewell (4-0-21-0) have kept things tight, restricting scoring opportunities. With 257 runs needed from 31 overs, the Proteas must find ways to accelerate before the pressure builds further.

South Africa reaches 94/1 after 17 overs, with the required run rate increasing to 8.15. Temba Bavuma (42 off 52) and Rassie van der Dussen (34 off 38) are holding firm, but the scoring rate remains a concern.

Mitchell Santner (1-0-4-0) starts economically, while Michael Bracewell (3-0-10-0) continues to apply pressure. With 269 runs needed from 33 overs, the Proteas must accelerate soon to stay in the hunt against New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack.

South Africa reaches 90/1 after 16 overs, with the required run rate climbing to 8.02. Temba Bavuma (40 off 48) and Rassie van der Dussen (32 off 36) continue to build, but the scoring remains below the required pace.

Michael Bracewell (3-0-10-0) has kept things tight, while Will O’Rourke (3-0-24-0) has been slightly expensive. With 273 runs still needed from 34 overs, the Proteas will have to pick up the pace soon. New Zealand’s bowlers are keeping the pressure on as South Africa faces an uphill battle in their chase.

South Africa reaches 79/1 after 14 overs, with the required run rate rising to 7.88. Temba Bavuma (35 off 43) and Rassie van der Dussen (27 off 29) are holding firm, but the scoring rate has dipped.

Michael Bracewell (2-0-5-0) has kept things tight, applying pressure on the Proteas. With 284 runs still needed from 36 overs, South Africa will have to accelerate soon to stay in the hunt.

South Africa reaches 72/1 at the end of 12 overs, maintaining a run rate of 6.00. Temba Bavuma (33 off 38) and Rassie van der Dussen (22 off 22) are building a solid partnership, keeping the scoreboard ticking with timely boundaries.

Michael Bracewell (1-0-3-0) kept things tight in his first over, while Will O’Rourke (1-0-13-0) proved expensive. With 291 runs needed from 38 overs, the Proteas need to balance acceleration with caution to stay in the hunt.

South Africa moves to 56/1 at the end of 10 overs, scoring at 5.60 runs per over. Temba Bavuma (25 off 33) is leading the charge, hitting two boundaries and a six, while Rassie van der Dussen (14 off 15) is rotating the strike well.

Kyle Jamieson (5-1-24-0) and Matt Henry (5-0-32-1) continue to probe, but with 307 runs needed from 40 overs, the Proteas must keep up the momentum to stay on track in their chase.

South Africa added 10 runs in the ninth over, reaching 46/1 with a current run rate of 5.11. Temba Bavuma (15 off 27) and Rassie van der Dussen (14 off 15) are working to stabilize the innings after Ryan Rickelton’s early dismissal.

Matt Henry (5-0-32-1) continues to look dangerous with the new ball, while Kyle Jamieson (4-1-14-0) maintains pressure from the other end. With the required run rate climbing to 7.73, the Proteas will need to accelerate soon to stay on track for the 363-run chase.

Temba Bavuma finds the boundary with a well-timed lofted shot over wide mid-off. Facing Matt Henry, he steps forward confidently and lifts the ball cleanly for four runs. This stroke relieves some pressure, as South Africa looks to keep up with the climbing required run rate.

At 8.3 overs, the Proteas are looking to build momentum, with Bavuma and van der Dussen steering the innings after the early loss of Rickelton. New Zealand’s bowlers will aim to break this partnership quickly to stay in control.

South Africa moves to 33/1 after seven overs, maintaining a cautious approach in their chase of 363. Temba Bavuma is settling in with 8 off 23 balls, while Rassie van der Dussen has started positively, striking a boundary in his 8 off 7 balls.

New Zealand’s bowlers have kept things tight, with Matt Henry (1/22) providing the early breakthrough and Kyle Jamieson maintaining control with 3-1-11-0. With the required run rate climbing to 7.67, the Proteas will need to accelerate soon while avoiding further setbacks.

South Africa suffers an early setback as Ryan Rickelton departs for 17 off 12 balls. Matt Henry gets the breakthrough, as Rickelton mistimes a shot and pops it straight to cover, where Michael Bracewell completes a simple catch.

Rickelton looked in good touch, smashing four boundaries, but his aggressive approach costs him. South Africa is now 19/1, with Temba Bavuma still at the crease. The pressure builds as the required run rate creeps up. The Proteas will need a solid partnership to stabilize their chase of 363 against a disciplined New Zealand bowling attack.

South Africa has moved to 19/0 after four overs, with Ryan Rickelton leading the charge. He has already struck four boundaries, racing to 17 off 10 deliveries, showcasing his aggressive intent. Temba Bavuma, at the other end, has been watchful, scoring 2 off 14 balls.

New Zealand’s pacers, Kyle Jamieson and Matt Henry, have kept things tight, with Jamieson conceding just five runs in his two overs, including a maiden. The required run rate is climbing to 7.47, and South Africa will need to accelerate soon while preserving wickets to stay in the chase.

Ryan Rickelton continues his fine stroke play, dispatching Matt Henry for another exquisite four. This time, it’s a classic off-drive, timed to perfection. Henry pitched it full outside off, and Rickelton leaned into the shot, caressing it through the covers. The timing and placement were impeccable, leaving the fielders with no chance.

With this boundary, Rickelton keeps South Africa’s chase on track, providing early momentum. New Zealand will be eager to break this stand, but Rickelton looks in sublime touch. The Proteas need a steady start, and Rickelton’s fluent stroke-making is ensuring just that.