When Kiwi batsman Grant Elliott's knock blew Lanka away
In the 1st semifinal today New Zealand won against the Proteas by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) (D/L method). In response to South Africa's 281/5 the Black Caps scored 299/6 (42.5/43 ov, target 298) at Eden Park, Auckland.
Grant Elliott's knock of 84 off 73 balls helped New Zealand book a spot in the finals.
This year against Sri Lanka Elliott stood out for his performance of 104 in 96 balls at the University Oval, Dunedin. Enroute his century he smashed seven 4s and two 6s.