ICC World Cup 2019: Twitter Reacts As New Zealand Storm Into The Final

New Zealand came up with a fine performance to book their final berth as they defeated India by 18 runs. It was a sublime bowling performance from the Kiwis. New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson skipper won the toss and decided to bat first. The Kiwis could not get off to a good start as they lost the wicket of Martin Guptill. However, Kane Williamson and Henry Nicholls added a good partnership of 68 runs.

Subsequently, New Zealand failed to get going as Indian opening fast bowlers kept a tight grip on the proceedings. Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar were right on the money and there were no loose balls on offer.

Fine performance from New Zealand.

Ravindra Jadeja was able to get the second wicket as found the gap between the bat and pad Henry Nicholls.

India kept the runs down as their bowlers did a fine job. Kane Williamson scored his 14th ODI fifty but could not change the gears.

Williamson scored 67 runs from 95 balls with the help of six boundaries. The New Zealand skipper and Ross Taylor added 65 runs before Williamson could not time his drive and gave a simple catch to Ravindra Jadeja at point.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar was the pick of the Indian bowlers as he scalped three wickets. On the other hand, Hardik Pandya, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja took one wicket each.

India had a horrible start as they lost three early wickets. The man in form Rohit Sharma received a stunning delivery from Matt Henry and the right-hander had to play at it. The ball moved marginally to take the outside edge of the right-hander’s bat. Subsequently, Indian skipper Virat Kohli was plumbed in front by Trent Boult by an incoming delivery.

KL Rahul was in double thoughts whether to play or leave the ball. Matt Henry found the outside edge of the right-hander’s bat and Tom Latham took a fine catch. Thus, India had their backs against as they were tottering at 5-3.

However, Ravindra Jadeja scored a fighting fifty to get India back into the contest. MS Dhoni showed his experience as he also gave good support to his partner.

Here is how Twitter reacted:

Kane Williamson is one smart captain ?? He’s no different to what Dhoni was for India as captain ?? Clear and brave. When needing to help your team to defend a small total you need exceptional decision making from your LEADER ?? Not forgetting the runs – well done @BLACKCAPS ??

— Robin John Peterson (@robbie13flair) July 10, 2019

Congratulations to @BLACKCAPS on making it to the finals. Jadeja played an outstanding innings and got India in the game along with MS Dhoni, yet it was a case of so near yet so far #IndvNZ

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) July 10, 2019

My Pakistan mates on my WhatsApp group are going nuts ? they say #Justice #CWC19

— Alex Tudor (@alextudorcoach) July 10, 2019

What a performance by New Zealand, near perennial semi-finalists but as yet, not among the winners…. a chance to rectify that Sunday

— Derek Pringle (@derekpringle) July 10, 2019

It was a semi-final, so tense as hell. It also had the advantage of not having all 100 overs on one day. But in the end NZ won by a long way. I shouldn’t have sworn, but the point still stands! https://t.co/zug4PCiOF0

— mark butcher (@markbutcher72) July 10, 2019

Best bowling team and also the best fielding unit makes the final !!!! #cwc2019 WoW…what a game .These Kiwis are awesome ..they fight for everything .Congratulations @BLACKCAPS

— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) July 10, 2019

What a game, Williamson’s calmness and tactical deployment a cut above. #CWC19 #INDvNZ

— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) July 10, 2019

https://twitter.com/adamhollioake/status/1148953745092468737

Congratulations New Zealand for reaching back to back world cup final.Well tried team India… #INDvsNZ #worldcup

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) July 10, 2019

Best cricket I’ve seen for a long while!!

— Albie Morkel (@albiemorkel) July 10, 2019

Best cricket I’ve seen for a long while!!

— Albie Morkel (@albiemorkel) July 10, 2019

All over with @msDhoni’s run out. Guptill, utter failure with bat, clinches winning moment with a bullet direct throw. Have we seen the last of MSD?

— Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) July 10, 2019

I don't know how far this innings is going but Jadeja has played the innings of his life. And put a bit of pressure back on New Zealand

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 10, 2019

It has to be Ravindra Jadeja's best fifty. What a time to get it. Keep going SIR. #CWC19 #IndvNZ

— Gautam chauhan (@Gautamchauhan2) July 10, 2019

Sometimes, 'bits and pieces' cricketers come together really well! pic.twitter.com/jqZhMODeXo

— Joy Bhattacharjya (@joybhattacharj) July 10, 2019

Yes Sir, well played, it's always good to respond with the bat and ball than anything else. Job left to be done. Let's get on it.

— Nikhil ? (@CricCrazyNIKS) July 10, 2019

Where's Grant Elliott when you need him? #INDvNZ

— Brydon Coverdale (@brydoncoverdale) July 10, 2019

Rishabh Pant has more runs in World Cup semifinals than Virat Kohli. #IndvNZ #CWC19

— Bharath Seervi (@SeerviBharath) July 10, 2019

Now everyone is searching for Manjrekar.
The RAJPUTANA blood is on high today like always!
We Rajputs and whole country proud of you #Jadeja

#INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/Nn2zwz8Q3r

— Saurabh Singh (@100rabhsingh781) July 10, 2019

This is an incredible fighting knock by @imjadeja #INDvNZ

— zainab abbas (@ZAbbasOfficial) July 10, 2019

First ODI fifty for Ravindra Jadeja since 5 Sep 2014 when he made his career-best of 87 against England at Leeds – 31 innings ago & nearly five years ago.#INDvNZ #CWC19

— Deepu Narayanan (@deeputalks) July 10, 2019

He calls himself SIR for a reason @imjadeja Just brilliant …#INDvNZ #cwc2019 Finish line in sight … Can he make everyone call him SIR ???? This is great to watch.

— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) July 10, 2019

Never never again: bits and pieces.. Sir Jadeja !! keep going!! #INDvNZ

— Rajdeep Sardesai (@sardesairajdeep) July 10, 2019

On an unrelated note, if I say again, Rishabh Pant needs better decision making, is it still an online crime like it was a week ago?! ? #IndvNZ #CWC19

— Chetan Narula (@chetannarula) July 10, 2019

Hotstar has already broken the highest viewership record. 19.6 million now. #INDvNZ

— Gabbbar (@GabbbarSingh) July 10, 2019

It has to be him!! The swordsman.. Come on Jaddu?#ICCCWC2019

— Ashwin Ravichandran (@ashwinravi99) July 10, 2019

I am not going to wait for the result to say “I am super proud of this team” #BleedBlue ?? #CWC19

— Gaurav Kapur (@gauravkapur) July 10, 2019

Whatever the outcome ??, Dhoni today has consolidated his “legendary ness “. And Jadeja will be one .

— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) July 10, 2019

Is Dhoni going to get out of second gear before the last over. Heart in mouth stuff.

— Mark Waugh (@juniorwaugh349) July 10, 2019

What an unbelievable game! #NZvsIND #CWC19 ?

— James Taylor (@jamestaylor20) July 10, 2019

No matter who wins, but we should all bow down to the royal highness of Sir Ravindra Jadeja.

Dear God! #INDvNZ

— Gabbbar (@GabbbarSingh) July 10, 2019

Will Dhoni play the big shots now?

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 10, 2019

What A Innings Sir Jadeja…… #CWC19

— Rajesh Khilare (@Cricrajeshpk) July 10, 2019

Top knock though Jadeja, had to go for it. Superb batting.

— Nikhil ? (@CricCrazyNIKS) July 10, 2019

What an innings. One of the most spunky, in a World Cup semifinal. Jadeja 77 off 59. And a nerveless catch from Williamson under extreme pressure. #CWC19 #INDvNZ

— Anand Vasu (@anandvasu) July 10, 2019

Career started with a run out. Have to wonder if it ended with one, too. If that's the last time we've seen him in India colours, played MS. Fine, fine career. Sad enough.

— Shashank Kishore (@captainshanky) July 10, 2019

Valiant innings. A rare run-out in his last innings in a World Cup match.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 10, 2019

A 50 and a runout in a heartbreaking defeat. Not quite finishing off in style, but thanks for some great memories, Dhoni.

— Vinayakk (@vinayakkm) July 10, 2019

if this is it mahi, thank you….

— Gaurav Kalra (@gauravkalra75) July 10, 2019

THAT look on #MSD ‘s face! Millimetres! Millimetres!!! OH MY GOD! Bloody hell! #CWC19

— RK (@RK_sports) July 10, 2019