New Zealand made a remarkable comeback as they defeated England by 5 wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi to reach their maiden T20 World Cup final. Chasing a target of 167, New Zealand got off to the worst start possible, losing Martin Guptill and Kane Williamson as Chris Woakes struck twice inside the first three overs. Daryl Mitchell and Devon Conway steadied New Zealand's ship, adding 82 runs for the third wicket. Liam Livingstone then removed Conway and Glenn Phillips in quick successions, before Mitchell and James Neesham's late surge took New Zealand across the finishing line with an over to spare. Earlier, England had posted a total of 166/4, thanks to a 37-ball 51 from Moeen Ali. Initially, New Zealand had won the toss and skipper Kane Williamson had elected to bowl first.
England vs New Zealand, T20 World Cup 2021 1st Semi Final Highlights: Daryl Mitchell Stars As New Zealand Beat England To Reach Maiden Final
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T20 World Cup 2021 1st Semi Final Highlights, ENG vs NZ: Chris Woakes struck twice as New Zealand are two down in the chase of 167 vs England.
ENG vs NZ, 1st Semi Final Highlights: Daryl Mitchell stars for New Zealand© AFP