Jansen's Stellar Performance Puts South Africa on Top

Marco Jansen delivered an impressive 4/40 bowling spell, leading South Africa to restrict New Zealand to 175 for 7 in a T20 World Cup Group D match. Despite solid starts, New Zealand's batters, including standout Mark Chapman with 48, struggled to capitalize and build a larger score.

In a decisive Group D match at the T20 World Cup, South Africa's Marco Jansen showcased a career-best performance, taking 4 wickets for 40 runs. His memorable display held New Zealand to a total of 175 for 7 on Saturday.

New Zealand's Mark Chapman narrowly missed out on a personal milestone, succumbing to Jansen at 48 runs in the 14th over. Other New Zealand batsmen, like Finn Allen and Daryl Mitchell with 31 and 32 runs, respectively, found it difficult to sustain momentum against the South African attack.

The match unfolded with Chase's pivotal moments underscoring South Africa's bowling strategy, limiting New Zealand's ability to push for a substantial score as they aimed for a strong finish in the T20 World Cup stage.

(With inputs from agencies.)