SA vs AUS Semi-Final Live Score, ICC World Cup 2023: David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen are rekindling the South African innings after a short rain delay, batting at four-down. The pair is determined to secure vital boundaries to reinvigorate their team’s position in the game. Meanwhile, bowlers such as Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and others are keen on claiming additional wickets.
South Africa’s skipper, Temba Bavuma won the toss and chose to bat against Australia in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on Thursday (November 16).
Despite facing setbacks against the Netherlands and a notable loss to India, South Africa displays strength but reveals vulnerability in chasing. Australia, initially discounted after two defeats, stages an impressive comeback with seven consecutive victories, earning a place in the semi-finals.
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The high stakes semi-final concluded in the favour of Australia. The 5-times World Champions will play the World Cup final against India in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Nov 19.
The Australian side is coming closer to the target and it seems from here that only a miraculous turn around can change the outcome for the Proteas. AUS need 12 runs off 48 balls.
The game is still on! Coetzee takes down set Aussie batter Inglis on the 5th deliver. The next delivery was equally dangerous. South Africa take DRS for Cummings' dismissal but lost. As the game gets closer to conclusion, the thrill still remains high! AUS 193/7 (40)
Coetzee persists from the opposite end, relying on short balls and deliveries at the back of the length, a strategy that has yielded most of his wickets in this World Cup. He delivers a fuller one angled across off, tempting Smith to aim for a powerful stroke, but the attempt results in a high skied ball soaring far into the air. The ball travels an extensive distance.
Amidst this, De Kock confidently claims ownership, shouting, "It's mine," and indeed secures the catch brilliantly. A triumphant fist pump follows from the Proteas' wicketkeeper and the bowler. This wicket has kept South Africa firmly in contention, with Australia now six wickets down. AUS 175/6 (34)
Shamsi has got a huge wicket for the South African side, boosting their morale high. Glenn Maxwell walks back to pavilion after making just 1 run. AUS 140/5 (24)
Marnus Labuschagne walks back to pavilion on Shamsi's delivery. AUS 134/4 (23)
Keshav Maharaj brings some relief for the South African side, takes down Aussie hitter Travis Head. This wicket will boost the morale of the Proteas. AUS 109/3 (15)
Spinner Markram has successfully taken down David Warner. The Australian batter was in a rhythm before Markram destroyed the attack with a good delivery on the first ball. In the next over, Rabada did the job along with Dussen; Mitchell Marsh has to walk back to pavilion for zero. AUS 61/2 (8)
Expensive over from Jansen. David Warner seizes the opportunity to unleash his shot. He attempts a slice over the off-side infield but ends up edging the ball, guiding it down to the point region for a boundary of four runs.
The over turns out to be lackluster, offering Australia three extra runs through wide deliveries. Such lapses are costly, especially with just 212 runs on the scoreboard. SA 39/0 (5)
David Warner and Travis Head have started the 213-run chase for Australia. The bowling side will be desperate for some early wickets and there seems to be no scope for any errors. AUS 5/0 (1)
The innings concludes with Rabada being the last wicket to fall, marking a comprehensive bowling display by the Australians. Initially, their performance seemed swift before the rain interruption, hinting at a potential quick finish. However, David Miller's century salvaged South Africa's innings. The pitch conditions indicate significant turn and grip, and the cloud cover suggests minimal dew formation. Maharaj has showcased excellent form in this tournament, posing a threat to the Australian batters. An intriguing second innings awaits; stay tuned for live action updates.
David Miller is playing the much needed innings for South Africa and taking the score forward. While only four overs remain in the game, it is to be seen if the batting side can conclude with a decent total for Australia. SA 190/7 (46)
Coetzee and Miller have formed a valuable partnership, steadily contributing for South Africa. Sustaining this momentum a bit longer is crucial. Pat Cummins has made a bowling change, opting for Starc, though it might be an early move considering South Africa's potential to bat their full 50 overs. Despite earlier rain interruptions, the weather has cleared up nicely since then. The pitch is showing signs of turn and grip. The focus now is on reaching a score of around 220, banking on players like Maharaj and Shamsi to perform well in the second innings. SA 164/6 (42)
Travis Head has shaken the South African end with two back-to-back wickets. He first took down Klassen and on the next ball, he dismissed Jansen! Trouble doesn't seem to end for South Africa yet. SA 119/6 (31)
100 comes up for Proteas. The second semi-final match of ICC WC 2023 takes an amazing turn as South African players try to take back the command.
Zampa up against Klaasen. SA back on track with two back-to-back sixes. Proteas steal 14 runs of the 27th over.
Another over by Cummins. David Miller has infused momentum into South Africa by initiating a series of boundary deals. South Africa’s batsman manage to seat 2 runs in the 22nd over.
Glenn Maxwell gets his first over in the second semi-finals of ICC World Cup 2023. (SA - 68/4 in 21 overs)
Cummins comes back after going for 12 in his first over. SA slams another four. SA has hit 3 fours, 2 sixes till now in today’s match.
Zampa gets another over. Miller makes a comeback for SA with a six. ( SA - 62/4 in 19 overs)
Josh Hazlewood continues to cast his magic in the game. Another good over for Aussies. Proteas couldn’t steal any runs in the 18th over. (SA - 55/4 in 18 overs)
No overs lost. All the fielders are back on the field. Zampa with the ball in hand. Klaasen and Miller in the middle.
Rain stops the play. The covers come on as a slight drizzle settles over the Eden Gardens. (SA - 44/4 in 14 overs)
Finally a change in bowling. Klaasen greets Pat Cummins on the pitch with stunning boundaries. SA slips off 12 runs this over. (SA - 44/4 in 14 overs)
Starc gets another over. Aussies in attacking mode. Miller and Klaasen slip a few runs for South Africa. (SA - 32/4 in 13 overs)
Hazlewood continues. South Africa's Miller manages to slip off a boundary. (SA - 28/4 in 12 overs)
OUT. That's the fourth wicket for Aussies. van der DUSSEN Departs. SA in deep, deep trouble as four wickets down for just 24.
Markram gone! Another nice delivery by Starc. Markram get a thick outside edge and taken by Warner at point. South Africa in deep trouble.
Markram strikes again, hits another four off Starc. (SA- 23/2 in 11 overs)
Another amazing over by Hazlewood. South Africa struggles to steal runs.