Williamson, Ravindra lead New Zealand to record total of 363 in semi-final against South Africa
MNP – New Zealand set a mammoth target of 363 runs for South Africa in the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday.
The Kiwi batting lineup, led by centuries from Rachin Ravindra and captain Kane Williamson, posted a historic total that shattered Australia’s previous record of 356 runs in the Champions Trophy.
Ravindra played a magnificent knock, scoring 108 runs with remarkable fluency. Williamson, anchoring the innings, made 102 runs, ensuring New Zealand capitalised on their solid foundation.
Daryl Mitchell added 49 runs before falling short of a half-century, while Will Young contributed 21 runs. Tom Latham, however, was dismissed early for just 4 runs by South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada.
Glenn Phillips then provided a late flourish, remaining unbeaten on 49 runs, pushing New Zealand to a record-breaking total.
The South African bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught. Kagiso Rabada claimed two wickets, while Lungi Ngidi picked up three, preventing New Zealand from reaching an even larger total.
