Trent Boult claimed figures of 3-37 as New Zealand secured a vital five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, putting them in a strong position to secure a spot in the Cricket World Cup semifinals. The win, which saw Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, and Daryl Mitchell all make strong contributions with the bat, left New Zealand on 10 points and in a prime position to advance to the next stage of the tournament. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s hopes of reaching the semifinals were dashed with the loss, leaving them needing a win in their final match to improve their chances of qualifying for the 2025 Champions Trophy.