Kolkata, March 4 -- New Zealand has won the toss and decided to field against the unbeaten South Africa in the first semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Wednesday.

The high-stakes encounter is being held at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

In the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, South Africa has had the upper hand against New Zealand. The Proteas have clinched victories in every T20 World Cup game played against the Black Caps so far.

New Zealand and South Africa have faced each other in 19 matches in T20Is. Out of these 19 games, the BlackCaps have secured seven victories, whereas the Proteas have come out victorious on 12 occasions.

After winning the toss, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner said his side will ai...