Wed Mar 05 10:30:00 UTC 2025: ## New Zealand Shatters Champions Trophy Record with Mammoth 362 Against South Africa
**Lahore, Pakistan:** New Zealand set a new Champions Trophy record in a stunning display of batting prowess, posting a massive 362/6 against South Africa in the second semi-final at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday. This surpasses Australia’s previous tournament record of 356/5, also achieved in Lahore earlier this year.
The Kiwi onslaught was spearheaded by centuries from Kane Williamson (102 off 94 balls, including 10 fours and 2 sixes) and Rachin Ravindra (108 off 101 balls, with 13 fours and a six). Williamson’s knock was his 15th ODI century, while Ravindra reached his fifth ODI ton. This is also the highest ever score in a Champions Trophy semi-final.
While the highest score in an ICC ODI knockout remains India’s 397/4 against New Zealand in the 2023 World Cup, New Zealand’s total firmly establishes their dominance in this match. South Africa now face a daunting chase to reach the final.
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