Pacer Marco Jansen took four wickets, but New Zealand managed to score 175/7 in 20 overs against South Africa in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Mark Chapman and Daryl Mitchell’s 74-run partnership was crucial in achieving this total. Despite a shaky start, New Zealand fell short of their target of 200-plus runs.
Jansen’s exceptional bowling performance saw him claim the first three New Zealand wickets and later dismiss Mark Chapman. He disrupted New Zealand’s top order, leaving them struggling at 58/3 by the end of the Power-play.
New Zealand faced further setbacks as Keshav Maharaj dismissed Glenn Phillips, and they found themselves at 64/4. However, Chapman and Mitchell steadied the innings with a 74-run partnership for the fifth wicket, scoring quickly despite the pressure from South Africa.
James Neesham’s unbeaten 23 off 5 balls in the final over, along with a quick 30-run partnership with Matt Henry, helped New Zealand reach a defendable total of 175/7.
