Cricket World Cup | Live scoring: Proteas v New Zealand

It shouldn’t be overlooked that the Proteas have been flying largely under the radar at the Cricket World Cup, but have now won five out of their six ODI matches to date, and look certain to reach the knockout stage of the global event.

With 10 teams contesting the Cricket World Cup, the Proteas just need a top four finish to progress to the semi-finals, and on Wednesday they will face New Zealand in Pune. Play starts at 10:30am.

With the Springboks having beaten New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup final this past weekend, South Africa will be looking to secure another victory over the Kiwis at an elite sport event.

YOU CAN FOLLOW THE LIVE SCORING HERE.

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PROTEAS INSPIRED BY BOKS

“As a team, we drew inspiration from the Springboks winning the Rugby World Cup for a fourth time,” said Proteas captain Temba Bavuma. “We celebrated as we gathered around the TV in our team room in the early hours of the morning in India and watched the incredible display of heroics from our Boks. Their success encourages our success.”

Just as the Boks were spurred on by South Africans sending messages of support to the team, the Proteas will hope to be similarly inspired by a groundswell of unwavering support from fans at home.

CSA acknowledges the transformative potential of this World Cup in bringing South Africans from all walks of life together.

CSA Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe said: “The tournament serves as a platform not only for our cricketers to display their exceptional skills, but also for our nation to exemplify unity, resilience, and the powerful spirit of togetherness. We can create lasting memories, celebrate our diversity, and cherish the pride of being South African.”

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SOUTH AFRICA GROUP STAGE ITINERARY – ICC MEN’S CRICKET WORLD CUP 2023 INDIA

Saturday, 07 October at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 102 runs at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

Thursday, 12 October at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

South Africa beat Australia by 134 runs BRSABVE Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Tuesday, 17 October at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

Netherlands beat South Africa by 38 runs at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala

Saturday, 21 October at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

South Africa beat England by 229 runs Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai 

Tuesday, 24 October at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

South Africa beat Bangladesh 149 runs by at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

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Friday, 27 October at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

South Africa beat Pakistan by 1 wicket at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Wednesday, 01 November at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

New Zealand vs South Africa at MCA International Stadium, Pune

Sunday, 05 November at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

India vs South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Friday, 10 November at 14:00 (10:30 SAST)

South Africa vs Afghanistan at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

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