South Africa sealed their semifinal spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy with a seven-wicket win over England. Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen picked three wickets each to bowl out England for a dismal 179 all out in 38.2 overs. Rassie van der Dussen and Heinrich Klaasen, hit 72 not out and 64, respectively, while sharing a stand of 127 runs off 122 balls as South Africa completed the chase in 29.1 overs. Skipper Aiden Markam said the team adapted really well to the conditions despite the pitch being much slower than expected. South Africa’s win to become Group B toppers at the National Stadium was set by pace all-rounders WiaAn Mulder. and Marco. Jansen, who was named Player of the Match for taking out Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, and Ben Duckett in the first power-play, said he was happy with his performance. The boys worked very hard. It’s not the easiest condition from a bowling point of view. Very happy to get through. There was no swing, which I wasn’t happy about – but I was happy. with my performance.
