Erwee grabs half-century for solid Proteas
Opener Sarel Erwee struck his maiden half-century as South Africa enjoyed a bright start in the second Test against New Zealand, reaching 0-80 at lunch on day one in Christchurch.
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Erwee grabs half-century as South Africa openers defy New Zealand
Rookie opener Sarel Erwee struck his maiden half-century as South Africa enjoyed a bright start in the second test against New Zealand, reaching 80 for no loss at lunch on day one in Christchurch on Friday.
Cricket-South Africa win toss, bat first in second New Zealand test
(Reuters) -South Africa captain Dean Elgar won the toss and elected to bat first in the second and final test against New Zealand in Christchurch on Friday as the tourists shook up their starting 11 to try to save the series.
New Zealand eye top spot and a first series win over South Africa
New Zealand will look to complete a maiden test series win over South Africa and savour rare air at the top of the world rankings with victory over the ailing tourists in the second and final match starting on Friday in Christchurch.
Black Caps eye first-ever Test series win over SA, reclaiming world No 1 spot
New Zealand go into the second Test against South Africa on Friday on the cusp of clinching the series and reclaiming the mantle of number one in the world.
2nd Test: New Zealand eye historic series win against South Africa
New Zealand go into the second Test against South Africa on Friday on the cusp of clinching the series and reclaiming the mantle of number one in the world. A draw in Christchurch would give New Zealand a historic first series win against South Africa in 17 attempts, while victory would not only complete a 2-0 series sweep but it would see them dislodge Australia at the top of the world rankings.