South Africa delivered a lackluster batting display but managed to defeat Zimbabwe by five wickets, securing a place in the semi-finals against New Zealand.

A vital contribution of 42 runs off 18 balls from Dewald Brevis at the fourth position was key as South Africa lost wickets rapidly in their pursuit of 154, before George Linde (30 runs from 21 balls) and Tristan Stubbs (21 runs off 24 balls) guided them to victory with 13 balls remaining.

South Africa, having triumphed in all seven of their games during this tournament, is on the hunt for their first T20 World Cup championship after previously making it to the finals in 2024.

The outcome also verifies that England, who topped Group 2 in the Super 8s, will compete against either India or West Indies in the semifinals, as neither team can equal South Africa’s total of six points.

They clash in the concluding Super 8 match at 13:30 GMT, where the victor will advance to the semi-finals.

"South Africa will be difficult to overcome. They have fulfilled every requirement in this competition," remarked former Australia wicketkeeper Ryan Campbell during an appearance on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra.

"The group possesses a strong conviction and is beginning to revel in the success of their emerging talents who have matured."

"Today focused on giving some playing time to the substitutes in case any players require a break."