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New Zealand to face India in Champions Trophy final

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Lahore, Pakistan
New Zealand's Michael Bracewell (2L) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of South Africa's Wiaan Mulder during the ICC Champions Trophy one-day international (ODI) semi-final cricket match between New Zealand and South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on 5 March 2025.AFP

New Zealand will play India in the Champions Trophy final after a clinical 50-run win over South Africa in Lahore on Wednesday.

Rachin Ravindra made 108 and Kane Williamson scored 102 as New Zealand posted an imposing 362-6 in the second semi-final before Mitchell Santner grabbed 3-43 to restrict South Africa to 312-9 in 50 overs.

New Zealand will meet India for the title in Dubai on Sunday.

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