Proteas top group, set for semifinal clash with New Zealand


South Africa has secured top spot in Group One in the Super 8’s of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

They recorded a comfortable five-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in their last match in Delhi. The Proteas, who were already guaranteed a place in the semifinal match, remain the only unbeaten team in the tournament.

They will now play New Zealand in the first semifinal in Kolkata on Wednesday. The Black Caps finished second in Group Two. Zimbabwe, who won the toss in Delhi, were restricted to 153 for seven in their 20 overs. The Proteas lost five wickets in reply, but coasted to victory with 13 balls to spare.

Dewald Brevis top-scored with 42 off 18 balls, hitting two fours and four sixes.