South Africa vs New Zealand Live Score, T20WC 26 Semi Final: McConchie, Ravindra dent SA New Zealand and South Africa clashed in the first semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2025-26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday. The Kiwis won the toss and opted to bat first, posting a competitive total of 155 for 7. In response, South Africa were bundled out for just 123, falling short by 32 runs. The New Zealand innings got off to a sedate start, with Finn Allen (22) and Devon Conway (25) adding 45 for the opening wicket. However, it was the middle-order batsmen who stole the show. Dane McConchie scored an unbeaten 44, while Heinrich Ravindra chipped in with 26 off just 14 deliveries. The Proteas' chase began on a shaky note, with Quinton de Kock (15) and Temba Bavuma (10) departing early. The Kiwi bowlers then took center stage, as New Zealand's spin trio of Ish Sodhi, Mitchell Santner, and Michael Bracewell combined to restrict South Africa to 123 for 9. The Black Caps' victory was a comprehensive one, with McConchie's unbeaten half-century being the highlight. The win has sent New Zealand into their fifth T20 World Cup final, where they will face either Australia or England in the title decider on Sunday.#Finn_Allen #Mitchell_Santner #Devon_Conway #Quinton_de_Kock #Temba_Bavuma #Ish_Sodhi #Dane_McConchie #Heinrich_Ravindra #Michael_Bracewell
