England stormed into the Cricket World Cup semifinals for the first time since 1992 after Jonny Bairstow's second consecutive century helped secure a comprehensive 119-run victory over New Zealand on Wednesday. New Zealand wobbled early in their chase, losing both openers cheaply, before a couple of run-outs effectively derailed them and they were all out for 186 in 45 overs. England will face either holders Australia or twice champions India in the semi-finals at Edgbaston. "We knew the performances in the last couple of games weren't up to scratch. New Zealand were rocked early in their chase, losing both openers by the sixth over with a meagre 14 runs on the board.

Source: dna July 03, 2019 19:45 UTC