South Africa and New Zealand are set to face off in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium today, with the match starting at 2:30 PM IST.
Both teams have showcased strong performances leading up to this crucial encounter. South Africa’s bowling lineup, featuring pacers Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, along with spinner Keshav Maharaj, has been particularly effective. New Zealand’s recent success in Lahore, including a tri-series victory, adds to their confidence.
The Gaddafi Stadium pitch has recently favored batsmen, with an average first-innings score of 316.5 in the last five ODIs. Both teams are expected to capitalize on these conditions.
The outcome of this semi-final is challenging to predict, as both teams have demonstrated resilience and skill throughout the tournament. The winner will advance to the final, where they will face India, who secured their spot after defeating Australia by four wickets.
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