Kolkata: The first semi-final of the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 between New Zealand and South Africa was played at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
Historically, both New Zealand and South Africa have faced each other 19 times in the shortest format, with the Proteas leading the way with 12 wins, followed by the Blackcaps with seven.
Overall, the teams have met five times in T20 World Cup history, with South Africa winning all five, while New Zealand are yet to register a victory.
Playing XIs
South Africa: Aiden Markrum (catch), Quinton de Kock (VK), Ryan Rickleton, Devald Previs, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Johnson, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj and Lungi Nkiti.
New Zealand: Tim Seifert (week), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (catch), James Neesham, Cole McKenzie, Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson.