NZ-Proteas second Test in the balance
South Africa have lost two wickets after tea but pushed their lead over New Zealand to 211 runs by the close of day three to leave the second Test delicately poised in Christchurch.
Matt Henry Sport News
Proteas comeback still on as series-deciding 2nd Test hangs in the balance
The second Test between South Africa and New Zealand is heading to an exciting conclusion after the visitors ended the third day on 140/5 at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Sunday.
New Zealand grab three quick wickets to pressure South Africa
New Zealand's seamers scythed through South Africa's top order to restrict the Proteas to 42 for three in their second innings and a lead of 113 runs at tea on day three of the second and final test in Christchurch on Sunday.
Rabada double-strike puts South Africa in command at tea
Paceman Kagiso Rabada grabbed two early wickets as New Zealand struggled to 30 for two at tea on day two of the second test in reply to South Africa's first innings total of 364 in Christchurch on Saturday.
Cricket-New Zealand hit back early on day two, South Africa 298-7
(Reuters) - New Zealand's seamers rallied to capture four wickets to leave South Africa 298 for seven at lunch on day two of the second test in Christchurch on Saturday.
New Zealand hit back early on day two, South Africa 298-7
New Zealand's seamers rallied to capture four wickets to leave South Africa 298 for seven at lunch on day two of the second test in Christchurch on Saturday.
2nd Test: Sarel Erwee hits maiden ton as South Africa take day one honours against New Zealand
Sarel Erwee, at stumps on day one. Erwee, in his second Test, headlined the scoreboard with 108, with 42 from Aiden Markram and 41 from Dean Elgar. Not out were Temba Bavuma on 22 and Rassie van der Dussen on 13.