SA vs NZ Live Streaming, ICC Champions Trophy 2025, 2nd Semi-Final: The stakes are high as South Africa (SA) and New Zealand (NZ) face off in the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
The match is set to take place on Wednesday, March 5, at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, at 2:30 PM IST. The winner will secure a spot in the final on March 9, making this an unmissable clash between two cricketing powerhouses.

South Africa dominated Group B, finishing on top with two wins in three games. Meanwhile, New Zealand secured second place in Group A with the same record.
Historically, South Africa holds the upper hand in ODI encounters, winning 42 out of 73 matches, while New Zealand has emerged victorious 26 times. However, in ICC knockout games, the Black Caps have had the Proteas’ number, famously knocking them out in the 2011 and 2015 World Cups.
Both teams enter this semi-final with contrasting fortunes. South Africa crushed England by seven wickets in their last group match, whereas New Zealand suffered a 44-run loss to India. With both squads boasting world-class players and match-winners, fans can expect a thrilling contest.
The weather in Lahore is expected to be clear with no rain interruptions. The temperature will hover around 24°C, making for ideal cricketing conditions.
The Gaddafi Stadium pitch has favoured batting-friendly conditions throughout the tournament. In the two completed matches at this venue, three 300+ totals have been posted. While pacers may get some assistance under lights, the wicket is expected to remain true for stroke play, making for a high-scoring contest.
South Africa has been one of the most consistent teams in the tournament, finishing at the top of Group B with two wins from three matches. The Proteas displayed dominance in both batting and bowling, securing a seven-wicket victory over England and a 107-run triumph against Afghanistan.
Led by Temba Bavuma, the team has shown resilience and adaptability. The form of Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, and Kagiso Rabada has been instrumental in their success, making them a tough opponent to beat.
New Zealand, known for their fighting spirit, finished second in Group A with two wins from three games. The Black Caps started their campaign with a 60-run victory against Pakistan and followed it up with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh.
However, their momentum took a hit after a 44-run defeat against India, where they struggled to chase a target of 250. Despite the setback, New Zealand boasts a strong unit, with Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, and Matt Henry playing crucial roles in their campaign.
Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Corbin Bosch, Tabraiz Shamsi
Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Will O’Rourke, Jacob Duffy, Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith
| Licensee | Territories | Linear Channels | Website | App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disney Star | India+ (Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives) | Star Sports Network | Hotstar | JioHotstar |
| PTV | Pakistan | PTV Sports | PTV Sports | Myco |
| Ten Sports | Pakistan | Ten Sports | Tamasha | Tamasha |
| TSM | Bangladesh | Nagorik TV, T Sports | Toffee | Toffee |
| E& | MENA | CricLife Max | StarzPlay | StarzON, StarzPlay |
| Sky Sports | UK & Northern Ireland | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Sports, Sky Go, NOW TV | Sky Sports |
| SuperSport | Sub-Saharan Africa | SS Cricket | SuperSport | SuperSport, DSTV |
| Willow | USA & Canada | Willow TV (USA & Canada), Willow Xtra (USA only) | Willow TV, CricBuzz | Willow TV, CricBuzz |
| ESPN Caribbean | Caribbean Islands | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Cricinfo | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| Amazon | Australia | N/A | Prime Video | Prime Video |
| Sky TV NZ | New Zealand | Sky Sport 1, Sky Sport 3 | Sky NZ, Sky Sport, Sky Go, Sky Sport Now | Sky Sport Now, Sky Go |
| Maharaja TV | Sri Lanka | TV1 | Sirasa TV | ICC.tv |
| Ariana TV | Afghanistan | ATN | ICC.tv | ICC.tv |
| PNG Digicel | Papua New Guinea | TVWAN Action | ICC.tv | ICC.tv |
| ICC | ROW (Rest of the World) | N/A | ICC.tv | ICC.tv |