Champions Trophy 2025 final is set! New Zealand crushed South Africa by 50 runs in the semi-final at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, securing their place in the title clash against India on Sunday in Dubai.
Brilliant centuries from Rachin Ravindra (108) and Kane Williamson (102) powered New Zealand to a massive total of 362/7. Despite a fighting century from *David Miller (100)**, South Africa fell short, finishing at 321/9 in 50 overs.
South Africa’s Chase Falls Apart After a Strong Start
- Chasing 363, South Africa started well, reaching 163/3 in the 27th over.
- Rassie van der Dussen (69) was bowled by Mitchell Santner, triggering a collapse.
- Captain Temba Bavuma (56) added a half-century, but wickets kept tumbling.
- David Miller (100) fought hard*, smashing a quickfire century, but couldn’t steer his team to victory.
New Zealand’s Bowlers Shine
- Mitchell Santner led with 3 wickets, dismantling South Africa’s middle order.
- Matt Henry and Glenn Phillips took 2 wickets each.
- Michael Bracewell and Rachin Ravindra claimed one wicket each.
Ravindra & Williamson Power New Zealand to a Mammoth Total
Winning the toss, New Zealand opted to bat first, setting a daunting 362-run target:
- Rachin Ravindra (108) and Kane Williamson (102) shared a 164-run partnership, frustrating South African bowlers.
- Glenn Phillips (49 off 27)* and Daryl Mitchell (49 off 37) provided a late flourish, pushing the score past 350.
- Will Young (21) gave a steady start but fell early to Lungi Ngidi.
South African Bowlers Struggle
- Lungi Ngidi was the most successful, grabbing 3 wickets.
- Kagiso Rabada took 2 wickets, but struggled for control.
- Wiaan Mulder managed 1 wicket in his spell.
India vs New Zealand: A Historic Final Awaits
- New Zealand and India will battle for the Champions Trophy title in Dubai on Sunday.
- This will be the first time since 2000 that both teams face off in a Champions Trophy final.
- India seeks revenge for their 2000 final loss under Sourav Ganguly, when Stephen Fleming’s New Zealand won the trophy.
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