South Africa qualified for the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy 2025 by defeating England. England batted first, scoring 179 runs, with South African bowlers excelling. South Africa chased down the target with strong performances from Klaasen and van der Dussen, winning by seven wickets. They will face either India or New Zealand in the semi-finals.
South Africa has secured its place in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy 2025, defeating England in the 11th game of the tournament held at the National Stadium in Karachi on March 1. England batted first but struggled, with their key players failing to perform, leading to a total of just 179 runs. South Africa’s bowlers, particularly Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder, claimed three wickets each, restricting England’s scoring opportunities effectively.
In response, South Africa faced early setbacks, losing Tristan Stubbs for a duck and Ryan Rickelton for 27 runs. However, Heinrich Klaasen and Rassie van der Dussen steadied the innings and propelled the team towards victory, contributing 64 and an unbeaten 72 runs, respectively. They guided South Africa to win the match by seven wickets, ensuring their advancement to the knockout stages of the tournament.
Jofra Archer was England’s standout performer with the ball, capturing two wickets but could not prevent the inevitable defeat. With this victory, South Africa solidifies its spot in the semi-finals, where they will face either India or New Zealand. This match showcased South Africa’s bowling prowess and batting resilience, marking a significant milestone in their tournament campaign.
South Africa’s decisive victory over England in the Champions Trophy 2025 highlights their strong performance both in batting and bowling. With significant contributions from Klaasen and van der Dussen, they successfully chased down England’s modest total, securing their spot in the semi-finals. Their next challenge will be against a formidable opponent, either India or New Zealand, in what promises to be an exciting knockout match.
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