NZ vs SA: Yet another day in business and yet again a comprehensive display of clinical performance from the South Africans as they thrashed New Zealand at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. The Proteas defeated New Zealand by a massive 190 runs to leap over Team India and claim the number 1 position in the ODI World Cup 2023 Points Table.



South Africa were simply outstanding, the previous night, as they have been throughout this competition, barring the game against Netherlands. The batting was on point, then the bowlers were right on the money. 



Piling up a massive total has been the agenda for South Africa in the ongoing World Cup 2023 and they obliged again when they were put to bat first by the Kiwis. Despite losing skipper Temba Bavuma early in the innings, Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen stitched a 200-run partnership to put their team on the way for a big total. In the process, Quinton de Kock scored his fourth ton of the tournament, while van der Dussen completed second.



Later in the innings, David Miller played a quickfire 30-ball 53 runs innings to help South Africa post 357 runs on the board for New Zealand.



After the batting masterclass, it was South Africa's time to exploit the surface with their formidable bowling unit. Lanky pacer Marco Jansen began the destruction with the scalp of opener Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra in the third and ninth over respectively. Jansen was joined by Gerald Coetzee on the wicket-taking spree.



Meanwhile, the other two pacers on the side kept the pressure on New Zealand. They bowled tight lines and didn't let New Zealand batters take their innings off at any point. The pressure played to the Kiwis' mind and spinner Keshav Maharaj rightly used it to his advantage by picking four wickets.



Barring Glenn Phillips, who scored 60 runs off 50 deliveries, no other batter could go past the 35-run mark, the second-best being Will Young's 33-run knock. Eventually, New Zealand was bowled out for 167 runs total in 35.3 overs by the South Africans, as they won the contest by a massive 190 runs.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NZ vs SA: South Africa moves to TOP of ODI World Cup 2023 Points Table</h2>



Just like other wins for South Africa in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, this too was a massive one. Having won the game by 190 runs, their net run rate kept over 2, which is the best in the tournament. The victory also powered South Africa to topple Team India and sit atop the ODI World Cup 2023 Points Table with 12 points and a much better net run rate than India.



New Zealand, on the other side, slipped down to the fourth position with the loss against South Africa. The Kiwis have four wins and three losses from their seven matches.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/11/NZ-vs-SA.jpg" alt="NZ vs SA: Updated World Cup 2023 Points Table, South Africa moves to TOP of ODI World Cup Points Table" class="wp-image-122143" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">South Africa defeated New Zealand by 190 runs | AFP/Getty Image</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NZ vs SA: Updated World Cup 2023 Points Table</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAM</th><th>PLAYED</th><th>WON</th><th>LOST</th><th>N/R</th><th>TIED</th><th>NET RR</th><th>POINTS</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>&nbsp;South Africa</td><td>7</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+2.290</td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>&nbsp;India</td><td>6</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+1.405</td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>&nbsp;Australia</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+0.970</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>&nbsp;New Zealand</td><td>7</td><td>4</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+0.484</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>&nbsp;Pakistan</td><td>7</td><td>3</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.024</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>&nbsp;Afghanistan</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.718</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>&nbsp;Sri Lanka</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.275</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>&nbsp;Netherlands</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.277</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>&nbsp;Bangladesh</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.446</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>&nbsp;England</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.652</td><td>2</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">*Updated on November 1 after NZ\ vs SA</figcaption></figure>



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NZ vs SA: Updated World Cup 2023 Points Table, South Africa moves to TOP of ODI World Cup Points Table

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NZ vs SA: New Zealand Squad for South Africa Test: New Zealand's full-strength test squad for the two-match test series against South Africa has been announced by the host cricket board. The New Zealand squad features the likes of Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Southee and Devon Conway among others.



Kane Williamson is set to return to the international circuit after having missed the last three-game T20I series against Pakistan due to a hamstring injury. 



Young batter Rachin Ravindra has also managed to find a spot for himself in the New Zealand test squad. The batter is set to replace Henry Nicholls in the middle-order. Ravindra made his test debut against India back in November 2021, however, the batter has only managed to play three test matches since. His last test appearance came against Bangladesh in January 2022.



"Rachin Ravindra is another player who has really impressed us with his contributions to the team over the past 12 months in international cricket. We've been particularly pleased with his ability to adapt and learn in different roles," said Gary Stead, New Zealand coach.



The BlackCaps have handed a maiden test call-up to Will O'Rourke for the second test match in Hamilton. The fast bowler is widely touted as a clone of lanky all-rounder Kyle Jamieson.



"Will O'Rourke has impressed us in stepping up from domestic cricket to New Zealand A and then international level," he said.



The New Zealand vs South Africa test series begins on February 04 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. The second test will be held at Seddon Park, Hamilton, starting February 13.



Owing to the conditions on offer, the Kiwis have dropped the likes of Ish Sodhi and Ajaz Patel. The two spinners were present in New Zealand's Bangladesh tour, last November-December.



Meanwhile, veteran spinner Mitchell Santner has managed to retain his spot in the test side after riding on the back of some strong performances in Bangladesh last year.



New Zealand coach Gary Stead is looking forward to an exciting two-game test series against South Africa and also hopes that the visitors pose a strong challenge in front of his side.



"It's an honour to be involved in any Test match and I know the players are looking forward to the start of a big Test summer - in what is a big year of Test cricket home and away. The Proteas are a highly competitive team across formats and, having never won a Test series against them home or away, we expect two stern challenges," Stead added.



Below is the New Zealand squad for South Africa Test and the complete NZ vs SA Test Schedule:



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NZ vs SA: New Zealand Squad for South Africa Test</h2>



Tim Southee (c), Devon Conway, Matt Henry, Tom Blundell, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Kyle Jamieson, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Neil Wagner, Kane Williamson, Will Young, Will O'Rourke (second Test only)



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">NZ vs SA Test Schedule</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date</td><td>Match Details</td><td>Venue</td><td>Time</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 04 - 08</td><td>NZ vs SA 1st Test</td><td>Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui</td><td>3:30 AM</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 13-17</td><td>NZ vs SA 2nd Test</td><td>Seddon Park, Hamilton</td><td>3:30 AM</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">*NZ vs SA Test Schedule</figcaption></figure>



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NZ vs SA: New Zealand Squad for South Africa Test Announced, Kane Williamson returns | New Zealand vs South Africa Test Schedule

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The ODI format has drawn attention over the years, as many great players have left their mark on the format ever since their debut. The tri-series has returned with New Zealand, Pakistan, and<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Africa_national_cricket_team"> South Africa</a>, as several new players are adorning the format before making an impact for the ICC Champions Trophy. 
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Breetzke">Matthew Breetzke</a>, who made his debut for South Africa in the ODI format, smashed a scintillating century to give South Africa a respected total after the loss of wickets early on. Opening the innings, the young lad seemed unstoppable as he became the first-ever batter in the history of the game to have scored a 150 on his <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_Day_International">ODI</a> debut. 
Breetzke not only manhandled the Kiwi bowlers or gave his team some reason to celebrate, but he also attained individual glory as he broke West Indies great <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desmond_Haynes">Desmond Haynes</a>'s record score of 148 runs on debut. The record has been broken after 47 years since the batter held the record ever since his debut in 1978. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Most runs scored on ODI debut:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1. Matthew Breetzke </h3>
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Breetzke's hundred on debut is now the highest score by any batter on white-ball debut (Image Credit: X)
The 26-year-old Protea batter opened the South African innings in the ongoing Tri-series in Pakistan. He has previously played in a test and 10 T20Is for South Africa. Slamming 150 runs off 148 balls, his century not only came in his debut but also broke a long-standing record. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2. Desmond Haynes</h3>
Former West Indies veteran opener Desmond Haynes made his debut in the ODI format back in 1978 against Australia, as he almost single-handedly took his team over the board with a stunning total. His 148 off 136 balls came in those days, which remained a 47-year-long record as the highest score by any batter on debut. 
<h3 dir="ltr">3. Rahmanullah Gurbaz</h3>
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First Afghan batter to score a hundred on debut (Image Credit: TOI)
Afghanistan youngster and promising batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz made his debut for the side back in 2021 against Ireland. The right-handed batter, who now already has the most hundreds scored by any Afghan batter in the history of the game, began his career with a decent run-a-ball hundred against the Irish in 2021. His debut inning was 127 runs off the same number of balls.
<h3 dir="ltr">4. Mark Chapman</h3>
Kiwi batter Mark Chapman also started his career with a knock to remember for generations to come when the batter scored a sensational hundred on debut for New Zealand against Hong Kong, making his debut in the ICC World Cricket League Championship in 2015. His unbeaten score of 124* still remains the highest unbeaten score on debut by any batter in the format. 
<h3 dir="ltr">5. Colin Ingram </h3>
The last man on our list trails back to the Cape of Good Hope, as Colin Ingram, once an all-format batter for the Proteas, stunned all with his debut against African opponents Zimbabwe. Batting at no.3, he scored for South Africa on debut and slammed an impressive 124, and like all other players, he was also awarded the man of the match in the particular game. 
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Matthew Breetzke redefines the aura of ODI cricket, setting up a new World record on debut

South African ODI debutant Matthew Breetzke stirs hope for Proteas, setting an iconic new world record on ODI debut with a heroic 150-run inning.

Matthew Breetzke redefines the aura of ODI cricket setting up a new World record on debut; Top 5 players to score a hundred on ODI debut

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Whenever it comes to ODI cricket in modern times, one name often comes under the radar, and that is of veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli. Players like Virat Kohli have often drawn comparisons among the 4 greatest players of his generation, with New Zealand’s Kane Williamson, Australia’s<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Smith_(cricketer)"> Steve Smith</a>, and England’s Joe Root being the other three. 
Virat Kohli is the fourth-highest run-getter in international cricket and also has the third-most runs in the history of the One Day format. Kohli has the international record of scoring the fastest 8000, 9000, 10000, 11000, 12000, and 13000 runs in ODI cricket. 
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hashim_Amla">Hashim Amla</a> is the only player to have scored 7,000 ODI runs faster than veteran Virat Kohli, while now the legendary Kiwi batter has surpassed the likes of the Indian veteran. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Kane Williamson scored a terrific hundred against South Africa in the Tri-series</h2>
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Kane Williamson, the Kiwi batter, is back playing in limited-overs cricket for New Zealand, and the Kiwi batsman is excelling as a batter under the new skipper Mitchell Santner. After a comeback fifty in the first ODI against Pakistan, the host nation, the Kiwi former skipper backed the 300+ chase with a stellar hundred. 
Williamson led the batting by example alongside Devon Conway, who also marked his return to the 11, following a brief setback owing to injuries and lack of form. However, it's good news all around for the Kiwis, as their best batters are returning to form before the onset of the Champions Trophy. 
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kane_Williamson">Kane Williamson</a> scored an unbeaten 133* off just 113 balls against South Africa after they put a huge 305-run total at the back of Breetzke’s maiden 150 on debut. Williamson was also chosen as the Player of the Match, in which New Zealand advanced into the finals of the Tri-Series. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Kane Williamson goes past Kohli to attain the No. 2 spot</h2>
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Kane surpasses King Kohli in ODI elite list (Image Credit: X)
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virat_Kohli">Virat Kohl</a>i earlier was the second fastest to 7000 ODI runs, only behind South African veteran Hashim Amla, who reached the milestone in just 151 innings, while the Indian veteran took 161 innings to achieve the same milestone. 
While the Blackcap kingpin, Kane Williamson, scored a stellar hundred, he completed 7000 ODI runs in just 159 innings and hence became the second fastest batter to do so, replacing Virat from the second spot. 
With this, Kane also turned into only the fifth New Zealand batter after Stephen Fleming, Ross Taylor, Martin Guptill, and Nathan Astle to have scored more than 7000 runs in the white-ball limited-overs format. With this, he also became New Zealand’s quickest batter to 7000 ODI runs, leaving behind Guptill comfortably by a huge margin of innings. 
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Kane Williamson topples Virat Kohli from the second position of batters fastest to 7000 ODI runs

Kane Williamson topples Virat Kohli from the second position of batters as he turns second-fastest to 7000 ODI runs only behind Hashim Amla

Virat Kohli displaced from his position; Kane Williamson with a stunning hundred surpassed the Indian veteran on the elite list

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NZ vs SA Semifinal: After a mouth-watering contest between India and Australia, the stage is set for another thrilling clash between the other two semifinalists- it is time for New Zealand vs South Africa in the second semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
New Zealand were slotted in Group A, along with India, host Pakistan, and Bangladesh. India topped the points table with three wins in three matches, while New Zealand ended up in second rank. They won against Pakistan and Bangladesh but couldn't get past India. 
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South Africa, on the other hand, won two games out of three, with one ending in a washout. They gathered commanding victories over Afghanistan and England, leading them to the top of the table. 
<h2>NZ vs SA, Squads and Playing11s</h2>
New Zealand Squad: Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner(c), Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, William O'Rourke, Jacob Duffy, Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith
Probable Playing11: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (capt), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Will O'Rourke
South Africa Squad: Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma(c), Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen(w), David Miller, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Corbin Bosch, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tony de Zorzi
Probable Playing11: Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (capt), Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
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<h2>NZ vs SA, Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report</h2>
The surface at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore has been a paradise for batters throughout this Champions Trophy, with an impressive average scoring rate of 6.65. The pitch offers good pace and bounce, making stroke play easier. Fast bowlers may find little assistance from the deck, especially under hot conditions, and will have to rely on variations and hard lengths to make an impact. 
Spinners, on the other hand, have accounted for around 39% of the wickets and are expected to find some turn, particularly in the second innings. Given the nature of the track, teams winning the toss might prefer to chase unless the pitch is unusually dry. Another high-scoring encounter is likely, as the flat surface continues to favor aggressive batting.
<h2>Gaddafi Stadium ODI Stats</h2>
Total Matches Played: 76 Matches Won Batting First: 38 Matches Won Chasing: 36 Average 1st Innings Score: 256
<h3>Record-Breaking Totals</h3>
Highest Team Total: 375/3 (50 Ovs) – Pakistan vs Zimbabwe (2015) Lowest Team Total: 75/10 (22.5 Ovs) – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka (2009) Highest Successful Run Chase: 356/5 (47.3 Ovs) – Australia vs England (2025) Lowest Total Successfully Defended: 170/8 (40 Ovs) – West Indies vs Pakistan (1980)
<h3>Individual Brilliance</h3>
Most Runs at the Venue: Shoaib Malik (Pakistan) – 1030 Runs Highest Individual Score: Ibrahim Zadran (Afghanistan) – 177 vs England (2025) Most Sixes Hit: Shoaib Malik (Pakistan) – 18
<h2>Lahore weather Forecast</h2>
Lahore is set for a pleasant day on Wednesday, with clear skies and a maximum temperature of around 22-23 degrees Celsius. Last week's rain has given way to dry and sunny conditions, ensuring no interruptions for the semi-final clash. With ideal weather for cricket and no threat of showers, fans can expect an uninterrupted and thrilling contest on a batting-friendly surface. 
<h2>NZ vs SA, Who Will Win?</h2>
New Zealand and South Africa are strong when it comes to comparison. Even on man-to-man marking, you won't be able to place one team above the other and this competition have made things more exciting. 
One thing that gives an edge to New Zealand over South Africa is that New Zealand's performance in eliminators have been better than South Africa's, but not by a big lead. We saw how South Africa panicked in the ICC T20 World Cup final last year, losing a match from a winning situation. New Zealand never leave a chance; in fact, they don't need a second chance to make their way. 
If New Zealand bat first, they are probably going to win the match and enter the final. However, there is no doubt about what South Africa can do with their explosive batting lineup.

Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report and Weather Forecast

The two fierce teams are all set to have a bout against each other in the stage of semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The winner will play against India at Dubai in the Finals.

For an exciting battle between New Zealand and South Africa, the stage of Gaddafi Stadium is set and fans are waiting to see, who will win 2nd Semifinal between New Zealand and South Africa.

NZ vs SA, Who will WIN 2nd Semifinal? Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report, Lahore Weather Forecast, and Strongest Playing11 Prediction

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NZ vs SA Semifinal: In a thrilling showdown at Gaddafi Stadium, New Zealand delivered a commanding performance, crushing South Africa by a huge margin in the second semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
With this decisive victory, the Kiwis have booked their spot in the grand finale, where they will take on India in a high-stakes battle for glory at the Dubai International Stadium on March 9.
The Kiwi batter set the big total and gave a lot of room to their bowlers. Kane and Rachin Ravindra starred at the top, and Glenn Phillips gave the finishing touches to get past 350. Mitchell Santner bowled exceptional spells and dismantled the middle order. David Miller gave his all in the chase, but it was New Zealand who defeated South Africa to seal the deal.
<h2>New Zealand vs South Africa Match Summary</h2>
New Zealand won the toss, and Santner had no doubt to bat first. The captain made the call, and the batters delivered at the top. After Will Young's wicket inside the powerplay, South Africa hustled for the next 15 overs to get the second wicket. The commanding partnership between Rachin and Kane Williamson set the stage for the middle order to put forth a big total against the Proteas. 
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Rachin and Kane both smacked thundering centuries, carrying a strike rate of over 100. After Rachin's dismissal, Daryl Mitchell came and gave pace to the momentum, smacking a valuable 49 off 37 balls. Mulder removed Williamson and Latham followed him soon. 
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At that time, it seemed like New Zealand would post around 300, but Phillips had other ideas. Phillips wreaked havoc in the last five overs that took New Zealand's score past 350. Glenn Phillips smashed 49 unbeaten in just 27 balls. Lungi Ngidi was the most successful bowler for South Africa, taking three wickets. South Africa had 363 to chase in 50 overs.
It was a batting track for sure, and South Africa lost their in-form opener Ryan <a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/13070/ryan-rickelton" title="View profile of Ryan Rickelton" class="cb-text-link">Rickelton</a> under 20 runs. Skipper Bavuma and Van Der Dussen stitched a 105-run partnership. Just when everyone expected that South Africa would press the accelerator, Santner got the better of Bavuma (56). Santner bowled out Van Der Dussen soon for a well-made 69. 
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South Africa lost quick wickets after that, and all of a sudden, New Zealand took control of the match. David Miller tried his best from one end, but wickets kept falling at the other end. David Miller smoked a fabulous last-ball century, but it went in vain as NEW ZEALAND defeated SOUTH AFRICA by 50  runs.
<h2>IND vs NZ Final on March 9</h2>
India defeated Australia in the first Semifinal at Dubai International Stadium by 4 wickets. Today, after defeating South Africa, New Zealand have reached the final. It is going to be INDIA VS NEW ZEALAND in the final of ICC CHAMPIONS TROPHY 2025.
The match will be played at the Dubai International Stadium on March 9. The match is set to start at 2:30 IST.

NZ vs SA: New Zealand Stuns South Africa, Sets Up IND vs NZ Final in ICC Champions Trophy 2025!

New Zealand outclassed South Africa by 50 runs to storm into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. Their composed knockout performance contrasts with South Africa’s recurring struggles in ICC semi-finals and finals.

New Zealand’s dominant 50-run win seals their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final spot, while South Africa endures another heartbreaking knockout loss. Take a look at the match summary of the NZ vs SA Semifinal

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Quinton de Kock, who scored an unbeaten 97 runs, slammed Rajasthan Royals bowlers all over the park.

4,6,6! Quinton de Kock goes hammers and tongs against Jofra Archer to seal game for KKR against RR

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RR managed only 151 after losing quick wickets. KKR chased comfortably, with de Kock anchoring the innings and Raghuvanshi supporting well. Rajasthan’s spin strategy backfired as KKR secured a dominant victory.

KKR Stunned RR with an 8-wicket win! Check Updated IPL 2025 Points Table!

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Riyan Parag, who has been appointed as the Rajasthan Royals for three games, lost the second game on the trot as the captain.

RR vs KKR: Shocking scenes! Fan invades pitch to touch feet of Riyan Parag in IPL 2025

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Quinton de Kock came up with a brilliant effort behind the stumps to remove Riyan Parag.

IPL 2025: Quinton de Kock throws away his helmet to take catch of Riyan Parag during RR vs KKR (Watch video)

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Delhi Capitals started the IPL 2025 on a high as they beat Lucknow Super Giants by just one wicket in a nail-biter.

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