Summary
New Zealand defeated South Africa by nine wickets in the Men's T20 World Cup semi-final. Finn Allen scored a quick and unbeaten century, helping New Zealand reach the final with overs to spare. South Africa, previously unbeaten in the tournament, was eliminated after recording a total that New Zealand easily surpassed.
Key Facts
- New Zealand chased a 170-run target set by South Africa and won with 43 balls remaining.
- Finn Allen scored 100 not out from 33 balls, hitting 10 fours and eight sixes.
- New Zealand's openers, Allen and Tim Seifert, scored 117 runs for the first wicket.
- Marco Jansen scored 55 runs for South Africa, making a partial recovery after early dismissals.
- South Africa had not lost a match in this tournament before facing New Zealand.
- This victory puts New Zealand into their second Men's T20 World Cup final.
- South Africa has frequently been eliminated in semi-final stages of the T20 World Cup.
