MOHALI: New Zealand stormed into the semi-finals of the World Twenty20 on Tuesday after opener Martin Guptill smacked 80 off 48 balls to set up a 22-run win against a wayward Pakistan.

The Black Caps posted a strong 180 for five before restricting Pakistan to 158-5 off 20 overs on a sportingwicket at the Punjab Cricket Association ground in Mohali.

The win extended the Kiwis` unbeaten streak in the tournament and also ensured them a place in the last four, their second semifinal of a global event since last year.

Pakistan opener Sharjeel Khan had threatened to run away with the game after a blistering 25-ball 47, but his dismissal in the sixth over helped the Kiwis claw back on the back of some disciplined bowling and fielding.

Sharjeel gave Pakistan a flying start, hitting nine fours and a six, but the rest of the batsmen failed to rise up to the task.

Pakistan`s chances of advancing in the tournament now appear slim with their second defeat in a row.

If Pakistan defeat Australia and if either India or the Aussies lose their two remaining matches, then Afridi`s team could sneak into the last four on better run rate.-Agencies