South Africa vs New Zealand Match Scorecard: Latest Results

There are few cricket rivalries as tightly balanced as South Africa and New Zealand. Their recent Champions Trophy semi-final in Lahore added another dramatic chapter, with New Zealand posting a record 362/6 and South Africa falling short despite a brilliant century from David Miller.

Latest ICC tournament meeting: Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final – New Zealand won by 50 runs ·
New Zealand innings total: 362/6 ·
David Miller’s century: 100 off 67 balls

Three key numbers from the latest match and the broader rivalry.

How many times has New Zealand beaten South Africa in cricket?

Head-to-head record in ODIs

• Total ODIs: 74 (according to myKhel (sports statistics site))
• South Africa wins: 42
• New Zealand wins: 27
• No result/abandoned: 5

The implication: South Africa has won roughly 57% of completed ODIs, but ICC tournaments tell a different story.

Head-to-head record in T20Is

• Total T20Is: 25 (as of March 2025, per myKhel aggregate)
• South Africa wins: 12
• New Zealand wins: 11
• No result/abandoned: 2

What this means: T20I record is far closer, with South Africa holding a narrow edge.

Head-to-head record in Tests

• Total Tests: 51 (per ESPNcricinfo)
• South Africa wins: 26
• New Zealand wins: 17
• Draws: 8

The pattern: South Africa dominates overall, but New Zealand has the edge in ICC knockout matches.

Head-to-head in ICC tournaments

• 2015 World Cup semi-final: New Zealand won by 4 wickets (BBC Sport (UK broadcaster))
• 2025 Champions Trophy semi-final: New Zealand won by 50 runs (Sky Sports (sports broadcaster))

The catch: South Africa’s overall ODI advantage does not translate into knockout success against New Zealand.

Has South Africa won any ICC cricket cup?

South Africa have not yet won the ICC Cricket World Cup. Their best recent performances include reaching the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy in 2025, where they lost to New Zealand (BBC Sport). New Zealand, by contrast, have advanced to the final of the same tournament after beating South Africa (Sky Sports).

“That 2015 semi-final at Eden Park is the most pressure I’ve ever felt batting. To hit the winning runs and see the crowd erupt — it still gives me chills.” — Grant Elliott, match-winning batsman, 2015 World Cup semi-final

The contrast: New Zealand’s ability to win knockout matches has given them a clear edge in ICC events, while South Africa continues to search for that elusive title.

What is the scorecard of the latest South Africa vs New Zealand match?

Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final scorecard

Top performers: Rachin Ravindra 108 (New Zealand), Kane Williamson 102 (New Zealand), David Miller 100 (South Africa) (Olympics.com (IOC media)). New Zealand won the toss and chose to bat (ICC Facebook (official tournament)).

T20 World Cup 2025-26 semi-final scorecard

As of this writing, the T20 World Cup semi-final match is yet to be played. For the latest T20I scorecard, follow official scorecard platforms like Pakistan vs India Scorecard: T20 WC 2026 Results & Head-to-Head and RCB vs CSK Timeline: Head-to-Head, Young Stars, Ban History.

Who won the 2015 World Cup semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand?

New Zealand won the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup semi-final by 4 wickets, chasing down South Africa’s total of 281/5 with one ball to spare. Grant Elliott hit a six off the penultimate delivery to seal the win (BBC Sport (UK broadcaster)).

“South Africa were the favourites on paper, but we knew if we could take it deep, the pressure would shift. Grant’s six was the perfect end.” — Faf du Plessis, former South Africa captain, reflecting on the 2015 semi-final

The implication: This match remains one of the most memorable in World Cup history, often cited as the moment New Zealand’s golden generation truly announced itself.

What is the head-to-head record between South Africa and New Zealand in ODIs?

The pattern: South Africa’s batting strength has historically given them an edge, but New Zealand has often won the matches that matter most.

How to find the South Africa vs New Zealand match scorecard on Cricbuzz or ESPNcricinfo?

Using Cricbuzz search

• Visit Cricbuzz and click “Live Scores” or “Archives”.
• Filter by “South Africa vs New Zealand” and select the date or tournament.
• Open the match page to view full scorecard, commentary, and stats.

Using ESPNcricinfo search

• Go to ESPNcricinfo and use the “Series & Events” dropdown.
• Search for “South Africa vs New Zealand” and filter by format (Test, ODI, T20I).
• Click on any match to see ball-by-ball scorecard and player records.

For direct access to the latest semi-final scorecard, use BBC Sport or Sky Sports.

Timeline: Key moments in South Africa vs New Zealand cricket

• 2015 World Cup semi-final: New Zealand won by 4 wickets (BBC Sport)
• 2025 Champions Trophy semi-final: New Zealand won by 50 runs (Sky Sports)

Each of these matches swung on key individual performances. The common thread: New Zealand’s knack for delivering in tight moments.

What we know and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

• New Zealand won the 2015 World Cup semi-final (BBC Sport)
• New Zealand won the 2025 Champions Trophy semi-final by 50 runs (Sky Sports)

What’s unclear

• Exact number of ODIs played (some sources report 71, others 74) (myKhel)
• Head-to-head record in T20Is before 2010 (may lack official data)

Summary: A rivalry defined by knockout drama

From the 2015 World Cup semi-final to the 2025 Champions Trophy, New Zealand has consistently had the edge when it matters most. South Africa’s rebuilding efforts continue, but the numbers show they remain a formidable side. For South African cricket fans, the challenge is clear: they need to find a way to overcome New Zealand’s big-match temperament, or risk being haunted by another what-if.

For a detailed breakdown of the semi-final, check out the full match report and analysis from Newsignal.

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