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ZIM T20 Tri-Series 2025 5th Match: NZ Won By 7 Wickets, Tim Seifert 66*
Updated - 23-JUL-2025 5:51 IST
On 22 July, in the 5th match of the Zimbabwe T20 Tri-Series 2025 was played between New Zealand and South Africa played in Harare. New Zealand beat South Africa by 7 wickets. With this win, New Zealand will play the final of the Zim T20 tri-series 2025 on 26 July.
Match Summary
New Zealand’s bowlers keep South Africa’s batters under 140
On a wicket with early swing and seam, South Africa scored 134/8 in 20 overs, a respectable total. They had trouble forming alliances during their innings. The top order was damaged by early discoveries made by Matt Henry and Jacob Duffy.
Senuran Muthusamy gave a quick burst in the center but was unable to maintain the pace. Because they were kept in check by constant seam bowling, the lower order was unable to add clout.
Tim Seifert 66* inning, New Zealand chase target in 15.5 overs
New Zealand reached 135/3 in just 15.5 overs thanks to a strong chase, winning by 7 wickets with 25 balls remaining. Tim Seifert, who won Player of the Match, took two catches and stroked a fluid 66 off 48 balls*.
With 20 off 15 balls, Daryl Mitchell supported the chase and increased its tempo.
The top-order pair established a foundation for a trouble-free chase with their 51-run powerplay stand.
New Zealand will Play The Final On 26 July, South Africa Has A Chance To Play The Final
With this result, New Zealand remains undefeated in the series and is well-positioned going into the final on July 26. Additionally, it is South Africa's second round-robin defeat, undermining their hopes of winning the tri-series trophy.