The match took place on Wednesday, March 5, at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium.

Batting first, New Zealand saw standout performances from Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson. Ravindra played a stellar knock of 108 off 101 balls, hitting 13 fours and a six, while former skipper Williamson contributed 102 off 94 deliveries, including 10 boundaries and two sixes.

Daryl Mitchell (49 off 37) and Glenn Phillips (49* off 27) also chipped in with crucial runs, helping the Black Caps post a formidable total of 362/6 in 50 overs. In reply, South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma (56) and Rassie van der Dussen (69) hit fifties.

However, after Van der Dussen's dismissal, the Proteas suffered a dramatic middle-order collapse, slipping from 161/2 to 218/8. David Miller then mounted a stunning counterattack, smashing an unbeaten 100 off just 67 balls-the fastest century in Champions Trophy history. He dedicated the milestone to his newborn son, Benjamin.

Despite Miller's heroics, South Africa fell short, managing 312/9 and losing by 50 runs. Meanwhile, his wife, Camilla, took to Instagram Stories to share a video of his century moment, along with a heartfelt message. She wrote:

"100 not out. Beyond proud of you my baby! Your celebration for our special Banji had me in tears. We love you, my champ."

David Miller’s International Cricket Record

David Miller debuted for South Africa in T20Is against the West Indies in 2010 and has since played 130 matches in the format. The left-hander has accumulated 2,591 runs at an average of 33.21, registering eight half-centuries and two centuries.

In ODIs, Miller has represented the Proteas in 178 matches, scoring 4,611 runs at an impressive average of 42.30. His record includes 24 fifties and seven centuries.