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New Zealand stuns India by 18 runs to reach World Cup final
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, July 10, 2019 (BSS/AFP) – New Zealand reached
their second World Cup final with a stunning 18-run win over shell-shocked
India at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
The Black Caps will play hosts England or holders Australia in Sunday’s
title match at Lord’s after pulling off a remarkable triumph against two-time
champions India.
New Zealand, beaten in the 2015 final by Australia, were restricted to
just 239-8 after completing their 50 overs a day later than expected
following the suspension of play due to rain on Tuesday.
But Kane Williamson’s side bowled superbly to rock India, with three top-
order wickets from paceman Matthew Henry proving the key contribution in
dismissing the pre-tournament favourites for 221.
BSS/AFP/FI/ 2002 hrs