T20 WC: Proteas-Kiwis semifinal clash under rain threat? Who will get through in case of a washout?

Key Highlights

• Unlike their earlier group game, which had little impact, this is now the first semifinal of the tournament as the match, scheduled for Wednesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, will determine the first team to reach the final.
• South Africa head into the knockout fixture with momentum firmly on their side.
• The Proteas remain unbeaten, having swept through the group stage before continuing their strong run in the Super 8s.
• Their victory over India in the second phase further underlined their credentials as serious title contenders.
• New Zealand’s path has been comparatively uneven.