High fives for Du Plessis and Domingo
Before we reach into the box of superlatives in praise of this Proteas team that bossed New Zealand in Wellington, we need to praise two people who are unlikely to hog the headlines in the coming days.
De Kock inspired by Patel duel
Quinton de Kock revealed that his battle with Jeetan Patel fueled his performance on day two of the second Test in Wellington on Friday.
Bavuma, De Kock put SA in front
Temba Bavuma and Quinton de Kock fought back to ensure that South Africa ended day two in Wellington with a commanding 81-run lead.
De Kock leads counterattack
The Proteas trail by 50 runs at tea on day two, thanks to the positive batting of Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma.
Kiwis on top after SA lose four
South Africa trail by 164 runs with four first-innings wickets in hand at lunch on day two in Wellington.
SA batsmen must cash in
The Proteas trail by 244 runs and have eight first-innings wickets in hand at the start of day two in Wellington.
Patience key to big SA lead
Henry Nicholls and BJ Watling’s assured batting performances on an improving pitch should encourage the Proteas ahead of day two in Wellington.
Proteas on top in war of attrition
There is an 80% forecast for rain on the fifth day, with a draw the most likely result between New Zealand and South Africa.
AB regains No 1 ranking
AB de Villiers’ performance in the Proteas’ 3-2 win over New Zealand has pushed him to the summit of the ODI rankings.
Proteas feel the heat in Dunedin
The Proteas survived a dramatic final session at the University of Otago Oval to finish day three with a five-run lead.
Kiwis lead by 33
New Zealand enjoy a 33-run lead in Dunedin after finishing their first innings on 341.
Williamson ton boosts Kiwis
Kane Williamson scored 111 not out to lift New Zealand to 247-5 at lunch on day three in Dunedin.
Proteas search for early wickets
South Africa will be looking for an early breakthrough on day three of the first Test in Dunedin.
Williamson's wicket key – Langeveldt
Proteas bowling coach, Charl Langeveldt, says that the Proteas have to contain Kane Williamson on day three.
Dunedin Test evenly poised
Kane Williamson and Jeet Raval struck half-centuries to boost New Zealand to 177-3 at stumps on day two in Dunedin.
