South Africa vs New Zealand – T20 World Cup semifinal: Teams, form, stream

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Hafsa AdilMarch 3, 2026 at 02:02 PM

South Africa vs New Zealand – T20 World Cup semifinal: Teams, form, stream

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South Africa and New Zealand will compete in the first semifinal of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Wednesday, March 4, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India. South Africa, led by Aiden Markram, is the only unbeaten team in the tournament, showcasing a strong batting lineup and effective bowling attack. New Zealand, captained by Mitchell Santner, presents a well-rounded challenge with explosive batters, fierce fast bowlers, and exceptional fielding. The match is a significant test for South Africa, who aim to overcome past failures in knockout matches and secure their first men's World Cup trophy. The winner will advance to the final.

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Ryan Rickelton 35% Keshav Maharaj 35% Lungi Ngidi 35% Quinton de Kock 35% David Miller 35% Mitchell Santner 40% India ×250% Eden Gardens ×260% Aiden Markram ×370% T20 World Cup ×485% South Africa ×790% New Zealand ×590%

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