SA vs NZ Pitch Report: The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is reaching its final stages, and South Africa will take on New Zealand in the 2nd Semi-Final for a spot in the grand finale. South Africa has been dominant throughout the tournament, while New Zealand is looking for a strong comeback after their recent loss. This promises to be a high-intensity battle between two top teams.
SA vs NZ 2nd Semifinal CT 2025 Match Details
| Match | South Africa vs New Zealand, Semi-Final 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | March 6, 2025 |
| Time | 2:00 PM GMT / 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Format | One Day International (ODI) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar, Star Sports, Sky Sports, ESPN+ |
Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
| Total Matches | South Africa Won | New Zealand Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 41 | 29 | 3 |
- Last Meeting: New Zealand won by 6 wickets (February 10, 2025).
- Last 5 ODIs: South Africa – 3 Wins | New Zealand – 2 Wins
Also Check: SA vs NZ Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
SA Vs NZ 2nd Semifinal CT 2025 Match: Pitch and Weather Report
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Pitch Conditions:
- The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is a batting-friendly surface.
- The average first innings score in this tournament is 316 runs.
- Pace bowlers may struggle as there is not much movement.
- Spinners will play a key role, as the pitch offers occasional turns.
Weather Forecast:
- Temperature: 12-22°C (Cool conditions)
- Rain Probability: 0% (No interruptions expected)
- Wind Speed: 3-6 km/h (Mild breeze)
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Venue Stats (ODIs)
| Total ODIs Played | Batting 1st Won | Batting 2nd Won | Average Score 1st Innings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 39 | 34 | 267 |
SA vs NZ Winning Prediction – Who Will Win?
New Zealand is coming off a disappointing loss against India, where they failed to chase a modest total. On the other hand, South Africa crushed England in their last game and looks confident heading into this match.
Key Factors for Prediction:
- South Africa’s batting depth gives them an advantage.
- New Zealand’s top order struggled in their last match.
- The pitch favours batters, and South Africa’s lineup looks stronger.
Prediction: South Africa to win!
