The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is reaching its crucial stage, with the second semi-final set at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. South Africa and New Zealand will battle for a spot in the final. The match starts at 2:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled at 2:00 PM IST. Fans can catch the action live on Star Sports Network or stream it on Disney+ Hotstar in India.
- Match Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- Match Timing: 2:30 PM IST
- Pitch Type: Favorable for spinners
- Highest ODI Team Score: 375/3 by Pakistan
- Lowest ODI Team Score: 75 by Pakistan
- Most Runs at Venue: 1030 by Shoaib Malik
- Most Wickets at Venue: 23 by Wasim Akram
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: Overview
- Established: 1959
- Capacity: 27,000 spectators
- ODI Matches Hosted: 72 matches (1978-2023)
Pitch Report: What to Expect?
The Gaddafi Stadium pitch is known for its slow nature, making it challenging for fast bowlers to extract bounce. Pacers must maintain an accurate line and length to be effective.
- Spinners will dominate as the pitch offers grip and turn.
- Leg spinners could be the key game-changers.
- Batting first may be beneficial, as the average first-innings score is 253.
ODI Records at Gaddafi Stadium
| Record | Detail |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 72 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 36 |
| Matches Won Chasing | 33 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 253 |
| Highest Team Score | Pakistan – 375/3 vs Zimbabwe (2015) |
| Lowest Team Score | Pakistan – 75 all out vs Sri Lanka (2009) |
Previous ODI at Gaddafi Stadium
The last ODI at this venue was between Australia and Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 group stage. Afghanistan scored 273, with Sediqullah Atal (85 off 95 balls) leading the charge. Ben Dwarshuis took 3/47 for Australia.
- Australia was at 109/1 in 12.5 overs when rain ended play.
- Travis Head remained unbeaten on 59 off 40 balls.
Top Individual ODI Performances at Gaddafi Stadium
Highest Individual Score
- Ibrahim Zadran – 177 (146) vs England (2025)
Best Bowling Figures
- Lance Klusener – 6/49 vs Sri Lanka
Most Runs at Gaddafi Stadium
- Shoaib Malik – 1030 runs in 22 innings
Most Wickets at Gaddafi Stadium
- Wasim Akram – 23 wickets in 17 matches
Weather Forecast for South Africa vs New Zealand Semi-Final
- Toss (2:00 PM IST): Sunny, 26°C, winds at 11 km/h, 20% cloud cover
- Match Start (2:30 PM IST): Conditions remain sunny, 26°C
- Evening (Post 5:00 PM IST): Cooler at 13°C, with 58% cloud cover
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, promises an exciting battle in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand. With spinners playing a key role and past records favoring batting first, both teams must strategize accordingly. Will South Africa’s strong form continue, or can New Zealand pull off an upset?
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