New Zealand's Domination Over South Africa In Tri Series: Date and Time
- Matches and Results:
- First Clash: July 16, 2025 | 1:00 pm local (4:30 pm IST)
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
- Result: New Zealand won by 21 runs.
- Second Clash: July 22, 2025 | 1:00 pm local (4:30 pm IST)
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
- Result: New Zealand won by 7 wickets.
New Zealand's Domination Over South Africa In Tri Series
Consistent Superiority in Both Matches
1. July 16, 2025: A Strong Opening Statement
- New Zealand posted 173/5, thanks to an unbeaten 75 from Tim Robinson.
- South Africa, while showing intent, managed 152 in response.
- Jacob Duffy led the bowling, taking 3 wickets for 20 runs.
- Result: New Zealand’s disciplined bowling closed out a solid 21-run victory.
2. July 22, 2025: Commanding Run Chase
- South Africa struggled after being put in to bat, scoring just 134 in 20 overs. Reeza Hendricks top-scored with 41, and a lower-order cameo by George Linde (23*) saved the blushes.
- New Zealand’s bowlers – Jacob Duffy, Adam Milne, and Mitchell Santner – shared two wickets each, stifling the run flow and maintaining incredible control.
- Tim Seifert starred in the chase with an unbeaten 66, capitalizing on an early life and anchoring the innings. Daryl Mitchell added 20* as they put on an unbeaten 51-run partnership, sealing victory by 7 wickets with 25 balls to spare.
Key Highlights: Why New Zealand Dominated
- Bowling Excellence: New Zealand’s attack consistently broke South Africa’s rhythm, neutralizing their top order in both matches.
- Finisher’s Touch: In each run chase, their batsmen played sensibly, with particular credit to Tim Robinson in the opener and Tim Seifert in the latest victory.
- Mental Edge: Back-to-back victories have left New Zealand unbeaten against South Africa in the Tri Series so far, confirming their tournament supremacy.
Final Thoughts
New Zealand’s domination over South Africa in the Zimbabwe T20I Tri Series is a testament to their balanced squad, sharp bowling attack, and calm under pressure. With batters in form and bowlers relentless, the Blackcaps have set the standard in this series, driving home their superiority in every encounter.