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Robinson and Jacobs Rescue New Zealand in 21-Run T20 Triumph Over South Africa

Fueled by an unbeaten 103-run rescue stand, New Zealand clinched a 21-run win after pacers Jacob Duffy and Matt Henry bowled out South Africa for 152.

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Overview

  • Tim Robinson anchored the revival with an unbeaten 75 off 57 balls after New Zealand slumped to 70-5.
  • Debutant Bevon Jacobs contributed an undefeated 44, including three sixes, to complete the century partnership.
  • New Zealand surged late, posting 63 runs in the final five overs to finish on 173-5.
  • Jacob Duffy (3-20) and Matt Henry (3-34) shared six wickets as South Africa was dismissed in 18.2 overs.
  • The victory extends New Zealand's edge over South Africa and strengthens their position in the Harare T20 tri-series.