South Africa vs New Zealand: T20 World Cup semi-final live

The semi‑final between South Africa and New Zealand kicked off at 1.30pm GMT in Kolkata. Ryan Rickelton struck the first ball of the match, sending it to backward point, while off‑spinner Cole McConchie took the new ball for only his second delivery in the tournament.

South Africa’s opener, Quinton de Kock, hit a majestic four before being dismissed by Lockie Ferguson after a high ball was taken at mid‑on. It marks the fourth time De Kock has been out to an off‑spinner in this World Cup.