2nd Semi-Final: New Zealand win toss to bat against South Africa

Lahore: In the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the New Zealand won the toss and decided to bat against South Africa on Wednesday.

According to the details, the second semi-final of the series is being played at Qaddafi Stadium Lahore and will start at 2:00pm.

Speaking at the time of the toss, Kiwi captain Mitchell Santner said that the wicket looks good to look at, we will try to score well. We have played Tri-Nation Series matches here.

Mitchell Santner stated that there have been no changes in the team, and we will put pressure on them to play good cricket.

On the other hand, South Africa captain Timba Bavuma said that if we had won the toss, our priority would have been batting.

It is pertinent to note that India has already qualified for the final of the tournament by defeating Australia in the first semi-final.

The Champions Trophy finale is scheduled for Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

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