South Africa will face New Zealand in the 2nd Semi-Final of the ODI Champions Trophy 2025 on Wednesday, March 5, at 2:30 PM IST. The match will take place at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan. New Zealand finished second in Group A, winning two out of three matches. Meanwhile, South Africa also secured two wins in the group stage, while one game against Australia had no result. This match promises to be an exciting contest between the two teams.
In this article, we have shared the best Dream11 prediction for the SA vs NZ Semi-Final 2 of the Champions Trophy 2025. We have also included the probable playing XI, squad details, pitch report, and other key information to help you build the best Dream11 team.
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SA vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Semi-Final 2 of Champions Trophy 2025
- Wicketkeeper– H Klassen, R Rickelton
- Batters–K Williamson (VC), R V Der Dussen, R Ravindra (C)
- All-rounders– M Bracewell, M Santner, W Mulder, M Jansen
- Bowlers– M Henry, K Rabada

SA vs NZ Pitch Report Semi-Final 2 of Champions Trophy 2025
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is great for batting because of its flat surface and small boundaries. Teams prefer to chase here. Fast bowlers may get some swing in the early overs with the new ball. The average first-innings score is around 300 runs.
SA vs NZ Weather Report Semi-Final 2 of Champions Trophy 2025
The weather in Lahore during the match will be clear. The temperature is expected to be around 18°C with 31% humidity and a wind speed of 8.5 km/h. Visibility will be 10 km. There is no chance of rain during the game.
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SA vs NZ Semi-Final 2 Dream11 Team Top Captain & Vice Captain Choices
1.M Jansen – South African pacer Marco Jansen has taken four wickets in two games so far and has been economical. He will be full of confidence after his brilliant performance against England, where he took 3/39 and won the Player of the Match award. You can choose him as the vice-captain of your fantasy squad.
2. R Ravindra – He is a left-handed batsman and a left-arm orthodox spinner from New Zealand. Although he scored only 6 runs in the last game, his all-round skills add great value to the team. You can pick him as the captain of your Dream11 team.
3. K Williamson – Williamson is a right-handed top-order batsman from New Zealand, known for his smooth strokes and calmness under pressure. In the last game, he played brilliantly, scoring 81 runs with great control. His ability to hold the innings together makes him a key player for his team.
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SA vs NZ Semi-Final 2 Injury Updates
There is no official injury update for either team.
SA vs NZ Semi-Final 2 Possible Playing XI
South Africa (SA): Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (C), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi.
New Zealand (NZ): Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, William O’Rourke.
SA vs NZ Semi-Final 2 Champions Trophy 2025 Squads
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young, Jacob Duffy.
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Lungi Ngidi, Corbin Bosch
SA vs NZ Semi-Final 2 Champions Trophy 2025 Match Prediction- Who Will Win?
New Zealand looks in good form in recent matches, They are the favorites to win the match.