The Black Caps will take on South Africa on Thursday at Eden Gardens in the semifinal clash. The 2024 runners-up, South Africa, chased down a target of 154 with 13 balls to spare to remain the only unbeaten side in this year's 20-team tournament. "Nice to get the win," South Africa captain Aiden Markram said. South Africa began with George Linde's left-arm spin following Raza's decision to bat after winning the toss. Tristan Stubbs (21) and Linde (30) combined in an unbroken stand of 53 to guide South Africa to victory.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 01, 2026 18:56 UTC