The fourth T20 is in Wellington on SundayPhoto: AFPA miserly bowling display helped give New Zealand a 2-1 lead in their T20 series against South Africa with an eight-wicket win on Friday in Auckland. Speedster Lockie Ferguson conceded just nine runs from his four overs in the first innings as South Africa were restricted to 136-9 from their alloted overs at a postage stamp Eden Park ground renowned for 200-plus scores. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to field, putting South Africa in on a wicket sporting more grass than usual. Two more wickets fell in the three overs after the powerplay as South Africa added just nine further runs, Jason Smith and Rubin Hermann departing tamely. The fourth T20 is in Wellington on Sunday.

Source: The Express Tribune March 20, 2026 12:08 UTC