New Zealand Keeps Perfect T20 Tri-Series Run With 60-Run Win Over Zimbabwe
Securing four straight wins has earned New Zealand a place in the July 26 final against South Africa following hosts Zimbabwe’s winless campaign.
Overview
- Tim Seifert hit 75 for his second successive half-century and Rachin Ravindra added 63 as New Zealand posted 190-6, the tournament’s highest total.
- Leg-spinner Ish Sodhi claimed a career-best 4-12 and recorded his 150th T20 wicket in reducing Zimbabwe to 130 all out in 18.5 overs.
- The Blackcaps’ fourth straight league victory cements their spot in Saturday’s final at Harare Sports Club.
- Hosts Zimbabwe dropped multiple key catches and lost all four league matches to finish the tri-series without a win.
- South Africa had already secured the other final berth through consistent performances earlier in the double round-robin stage.