Left-arm all-rounder Marco Jansen’s unbeaten 55 helped South Africa reach 169/8 in 20 overs against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup semifinal. Despite a shaky start at 77/5, Jansen’s aggressive innings with two fours and five sixes set a target of 170 for New Zealand.
New Zealand’s bowlers, including Cole McConchie, Rachin Ravindra, and Matt Henry, took crucial wickets but conceded 61 runs in the last five overs. The dew setting in could favor New Zealand’s batting advantage in the second innings.
Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton fell early, but Aiden Markram and Dewald Brevis tried to stabilize the innings. Brevis contributed with 34 runs before getting caught, while Jansen’s partnership with Tristan Stubbs pushed South Africa past 150. Jansen’s aggressive play led him to an unbeaten 55, ensuring a competitive total for South Africa.
