New Zealand registered a thrilling four-wicket win over South Africa in the semi-final at Auckland.
AB de Villiers missed the crucial opportunity to run out Corey Anderson.
South Africa finished with 281 for five in 43 overs; a Duckworth-Lewis calculation meant New Zealand had to chase down 298.
New Zealand and South Africa met in the first semi-final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 at Auckland on Tuesday.
Brett Lee today termed the current Indian pace attack as the "fastest ever".
New Zealand will play their seventh semi-final and they not only need to overcome the pressure of expectations but also a resilient South Africa.
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Both teams looking to make it to the World Cup final for the first time.
"The Kiwis have been extraordinary, but apart from Australia no bowling attack has asked any serious questions of their batsmen."
South Africa and New Zealand have high-calibre performers who can be unstoppable on their day.