New Zealand Vs South Africa

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Williamson played a match-winning knock of 106 runs off 138 balls. (Photo: AFP)

'Why didn't Kane Williamson walk?': Paul Adams questions skipper's ethics

South African skipper Faf du Plessis, however, downplayed the incident.

20 Jun 2019 1:17 PM

The 28-year-old’s 91-run partnership with Colin de Grandhomme (60) saw their side through to the cusp of victory. (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC'19: Praise pours in for New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson

Williamson, however, did receive some criticism for not ‘walking’ when he had appeared to have got a thin edge from an Imran Tahir delivery.

20 Jun 2019 12:43 PM

"I don't really rank innings, but each time you can try and go out and contribute to a winning performance is something that you're always wanting to do, and it was nice I was able to achieve that," said Kane Williamson, (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC'19: Experience of playing on slower tracks will prove beneficial': Williamson

Chasing a target of 242 in 49 overs in rain-truncated match against South Africa, New Zealand recovered from a mini slump at 137 for five

20 Jun 2019 11:43 AM

On Wednesday, South Africa fought hard to get to 241 for six on a difficult pitch after losing the toss. (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC'19: South Africa lick wounds after more agony

The Proteas' hopes of reaching the semi-finals in England and Wales are all but over after a four-wicket defeat by New Zealand on Wednesday.

20 Jun 2019 11:29 AM

Chasing a target of 242 in 49 overs in rain-truncated match, New Zealand recovered from a mini slump at 137 for five riding on a 91-run stand between Kane Williamson (106 not out off 138 balls) and Collin de Grandhomme (60 off 47 balls) to reach home with three balls to spare. (Photo:AP)

ICC CWC'19: Kane Williamson, Colin de Grandhomme help New Zealand home versus Proteas

Needing 12 off last 7 balls, Williamson steered a Lungi Ngidi slower delivery to bring down the equation to 8 off the last over.

20 Jun 2019 8:44 AM

New Zealand lost the 2015 final to archrival Australia after beating South Africa in a classic semifinal in Auckland. (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC'19: South Africa under pressure to beat New Zealand

The South Africans must win to keep alive any realistic hope of a semifinal spot.

19 Jun 2019 5:08 PM

Trent Boult comments came ahead of his side's World Cup clash against South Africa. The Proteas have been on a dismal run in the tournament as they have only managed to win one match whereas, New Zealand, on the other side, have defeated all the team they have played against and are unbeaten so far in the tournament. (Photo:AFP)

ICC CWC'19: Trent Boult enjoys playing against AB de Villiers

Soon after De Villiers expressed his desire to play in the premier tournament, his offer was rejected.

19 Jun 2019 10:20 AM

Quinton De Kock, who scored a half-century in the low-scoring match against Afghanistan last time out, said the team were in a good place despite defeats by England, Bangladesh and India. (Photo:AFP)

ICC CWC'19: Proteas is confident before crucial game vs New Zealand says De Kock

New Zealand are in a strong position to qualify for the semi-finals, sitting third in the table behind Australia after 3 wins in 4 matches.

19 Jun 2019 9:22 AM

With only one win after losing their first three matches and having one match abandoned due to rain, Wednesday’s game is a must-win encounter for South Africa as they bid to stay alive in the tournament. (Photo:AFP)

ICC CWC'19: New Zealand are focussing on their own game says Trent Boult

New Zealand are one of two unbeaten teams at the World Cup along with India, and they are well-placed to qualify for the semis.

19 Jun 2019 9:06 AM

South Africa’s Andile Phehlukwayo (left) and Faf Du Plessis at a practice session. (Photo: AFP)

Black Caps on safari

Injuries to pacers Dale Steyn and Anrich Norje have hurt the South African bowling unit severely.

19 Jun 2019 2:51 AM

When South Africa and Afghanistan came face-to-face, both were on a winless streak in the premier tournament but after the conclusion of the match, South Africa halted their streak as they trounced their competitor by nine-wickets. (Photo:AFP)

ICC CWC'19: ‘Very desperate’ South Africa can defeat New Zealand: Claude Henderson

New Zealand, who are unbeaten in the tournament so far and sit on the second position on the points table, only behind Australia.

18 Jun 2019 5:39 PM

New Zealand are 'invincible' in the tournament as they won their first three clashes and the last match against India was called off due to rain. (Photo:AFP)

ICC World Cup 2019: Key players to watch out for in NZ SA clash

Proteas started worst in the World Cup as they lost their first three matches and were only able to win the last against Afghanistan.

18 Jun 2019 2:23 PM

New Zealand are yet to face defeat in the tournament and are lying second on the table with three wins and a washout. (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC'19: Proteas look to avenge 2015 semifinal defeat as Kiwis seek 1st place

SA had a dismal start to their World Cup campaign, losing 3 straight games followed by a wash-out before registering 1st win vs Afghanistan.

18 Jun 2019 2:10 PM

New Zealand's Henry Nicholls hooks a ball to the boundary against South Africa. (Photo: AP)

Henry Nicholls' century leads New Zealand recovery

A maiden Test century by Henry Nicholls hauled New Zealand off the ropes and back into the second Test against South Africa.

16 Mar 2017 12:54 PM

The first test between New Zealand and South Africa ended in a draw on Sunday after heavy rain washed out the fifth and final day's play in Dunedin. (Photo: AP)

New Zealand v South Africa first test ends in draw

The second game in Wellington starts on March 16, before the third match at Seddon Park in Hamilton begins on March 25.

12 Mar 2017 9:44 AM

Kane Williamson brought up his 16th Test century, putting him one behind the New Zealand record of 17 held by the late Martin Crowe. (Photo: AP)

South Africa leads New Zealand by 5 runs at stumps on day 3

Kane Williamson's 16th test century helped New Zealand to 341 in reply to South Africa's first innings of 308.

10 Mar 2017 1:40 PM

Dean Elgar was unbeaten on 128 with South Africa 229 for four at stumps. (Photo: AP)

Dean Elgar grinds out 'tougher' day to rescue South Africa

Dean Elgar struck a centruy against New Zealand to rescue South Africa from a woeful start.

08 Mar 2017 2:22 PM

Faf du Plessis (51) and David Miller (45) remained unbeaten and ensured there was no drama during their run-chase. (Photo: AFP)

Bowlers secure series win, top ODI ranking for SA

Chasing a modest target of 150, the Proteas stuttered in their run chase, but eventually reached the target in 32.2 overs.

04 Mar 2017 2:46 PM

Martin Guptill's score was the highest by a New Zealander in an ODI chase. (Photo: AP)

Martin Guptill's 180 powers New Zealand to big win over South Africa

Martin Guptill roared back from injury with a record-breaking 180 as New Zealand thrashed South Africa by seven wickets.

01 Mar 2017 4:32 PM

AB de Villiers plays a shot against New Zealand. (Photo: AP)

AB de Villiers breaks Sourav Ganguly's record en route to 9000 runs

Swashbuckling South Africa captain AB de Villiers became the fastest batsman to score 9000 runs after breaking Sourav Ganguly's record.

25 Feb 2017 3:12 PM

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