ICC T20 World Cup: First semifinal underway between New Zealand and Pakistan in Sydney

The first semi final of the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup between New Zealand  and Pakistan is underway in Sydney. New Zealand were 10 runs for 1 wickets in 1.5 overs  when reports last came in.

Earlier New Zealand  won the toss and decided to bat first.

India will lock horns with England in Adelaide tomorrow in the second semi final. The match will start at 1.30 pm IST. The final will be played  on Sunday in Melbourne.

India secured the top spot in Group 2 after a win over Zimbabwe in the final league match in Melbourne on Sunday. India, the only team to register four wins in the league stage in either group, started with two straight victories and were already assured of the semis spot even before their final league game.