New Zealand vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates

NZ vs SA Live Updates, 2nd Test Day 4: New Zealand need 227 runs on Day 4 to complete a record run chase and a 2-0 series win over South Africa in Hamilton. The hosts will resume at 40/1 with Tom Latham unbeaten on 21, following Devon Conway's wicket on the stroke of stumps on Day 3. Earlier, David Bedingham's career-high 110 was comfortably the standout knock in South Africa's second innings of 235. The visitors set a 267-run target for the hosts. (Live Scorecard)

South Africa, on the other hand, will be feeling a lot better getting that wicket in the final over considering the way things panned out after they were at a commanding position early on in the second session. After early setbacks and the dismissal of skipper Neil Brand, who looked promising, the Proteas found themselves in early trouble at 39 for 3 wickets. However, Zubayr Hamza and David Bedingham steadied the ship with a solid 4th wicket partnership of 65 runs, only for Hamza to depart cheaply, putting South Africa on the back foot once again. Yet, Keegan Petersen stepped up admirably, forming a commendable partnership of 98 runs for the 5th wicket. The highlight of the day was David Bedingham's century, which played a pivotal role in helping South Africa reach the total they did. However, the tail-enders failed to contribute significantly, and momentum shifted back to the Kiwis as the Proteas were bundled out for 235 runs, setting New Zealand a target of 267. As they did in the first innings, Dane Paterson and Tshepo Moreki maintained tight lines and lengths with the new ball. The star with the ball of the first innings, Dane Piedt gave them the finish they needed by trapping Devon Conway in front. The match is well poised for Day 4 and could be the final