South Africa’s struggles in ICC ODI tournament semi-finals continued with a 50-run defeat to New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final. This loss adds to their history of near-misses in crucial matches.
South Africa’s Semi-Final Record in ICC ODI Tournaments:
- Champions Trophy Semi-Finals: Eliminated in 2000, 2002, 2006, 2013, and 2025.
- Cricket World Cup Semi-Finals: Knocked out in 1992, 2007, 2015, and 2023.
- 1999 World Cup: A dramatic tie against Australia led to elimination based on net run rate.
- T20 World Cup 2024: Defeated by India in the final.
Despite these setbacks, the South African team remains determined to overcome this pattern and achieve success in future tournaments.
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