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New Zealand Battles South Africa in Intense Cricket Test Series

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Get a glimpse into the thrilling match between New Zealand and South Africa in the 1st Test series. Find out the latest scores and updates as the teams face off at Bay Oval.

In a highly anticipated cricket showdown, New Zealand faced off against South Africa in the 1st Test series at Bay Oval. The Black Caps, led by captain Kane Williamson, found themselves at 56/2 after 20 overs with Rachin Ravindra at 12 runs and Williamson at 20 runs. The Proteas won the toss and sent New Zealand to bat first, setting the stage for an intense battle. Despite initial setbacks, Williamson's leadership and Ravindra's resilience kept New Zealand steady through the wicketless overs.

As the match progressed, Kane Williamson showcased his skill and experience, celebrating a half-century to lead the Black Caps' recovery. His partnership with Rachin Ravindra proved vital as they capitalized on the inexperienced South African bowling attack, reaching 258/2 at stumps. Williamson's 30th Test century and Ravindra's maiden ton marked a significant milestone in the match.

The Test series saw South Africa, with six debutants, challenging the home team with an aggressive bowling strategy. However, New Zealand's steady performance and strategic gameplay allowed them to maintain control over the game, leaving South Africa on the back foot. With the match poised for an exciting finish, cricket fans eagerly awaited the outcome of this thrilling encounter at Bay Oval.

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Black Caps v South Africa: Red flags for New Zealand before first ... (New Zealand Herald)

Newstalk ZB's D'Arcy Waldegrave and the NZ Herald's Bonnie Jansen get together to preview the weekend's sport. Video / NZ Herald ... Don't get Gabba'd.

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New Zealand vs South Africa Live Score: 1st Test of South Africa ... (Hindustan Times)

New Zealand vs South Africa Live Score: New Zealand at 56/2 after 20 overs, Rachin Ravindra at 12 runs and Kane Williamson at 20 runs.

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Blackcaps v South Africa: Tourists win toss, put New Zealand into ... (Newshub)

New Proteas captain Neil Brand won the toss and asked New Zealand to bat first at Mt Maunganui.

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New Zealand vs South Africa 1st Test Day 1 Live Score Updates (NDTVSports.com)

NZ vs SA, 1st Test Day 1, Live Updates: New Zealand will be taking on South Africa in the first Test of the two-match series on Sunday in Mount Maunganui.

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NZ vs SA 2024, 1st Test: Bay Oval Pitch Report, Mount Maunganui ... (CricketTimes.com)

The first game of the two-match Test series between New Zealand and South Africa will take place at the Bay Oval. Tim Southee will captain the New Zealand ...

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South African cricket great Faf du Plessis on why he disliked all New ... (New Zealand Herald)

South African cricketing great Faf du Plessis says he was left with โ€œextreme feelings of resentmentโ€ towards all New Zealanders - and not just the country's ...

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New Zealand vs South Africa Live Streaming: When and where to ... (India TV)

The two-match Test series between New Zealand and South Africa is set to commence on February 4 at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.

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New Zealand vs South Africa Tests 2024: Know schedule and watch ... (SportsAdda)

The New Zealand vs South Africa Tests 2024 will start in Mount Maunganui on February 4. Get schedule, match start times, squads and watch live streaming in ...

South Africa with 6 new caps wins toss and bowls in 1st test vs. New ... (The Associated Press)

South Africa captain Neil Bland has won the toss on his test debut and chose to bowl in the first test against New Zealand at Bay Oval.

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Moreki strikes with first ball in Test cricket as SA keep NZ in check (ESPNcricinfo.com)

Lunch New Zealand65 for 2 (Williamson 26*, Ravindra 15*, Moreki 1-21, Paterson 1-17) vs South Africa. A spirited and inexperienced South Africa bowling ...

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Williamson celebrates half century as he leads Black Caps recovery (1 News)

New Zealand skipper has to show patience at Bay Oval after South Africa's early success on first day of first Test.

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Williamson, Ravindra keep New Zealand steady in wicketless ... (ESPNcricinfo.com)

The South Africa bowlers, however, kept things tight with the duo only managing 60 runs in 27 overs.

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New Zealand vs South Africa, 1st Test, Day 1: As it happened (India Today)

New Zealand (NZ) vs South Africa (SA), 1st Test, Day 1 highlights from Mount Maunganui: Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra have shared a 50-plus stand for ...

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New Zealand vs South Africa: Kane Williamson Leaves Behind Virat ... (ABP Live)

New Zealand are taking on South Africa in the first of the two-match home series against South Africa at the Bay Oval. The Kiwis have taken control of the ...

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New Zealand vs South Africa: Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra ... (Firstpost)

A Proteas side featuring six debutants paid heavily for deciding to bowl and spilling chances as the home side reached 258/2 at stumps.

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Kane Williamson tops Virat Kohli, Bradman; maiden century for ... (Hindustan Times)

Kane Williamson scored his 30th Test century, Rachin Ravindra his maiden ton, as New Zealand made the most of an inexperienced South African bowling attack.

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New Zealand vs South Africa 1st Test Day 2 Live Score and Updates ... (India Today)

New Zealand vs South Africa 1st Test Day 2 Live Score and Updates: After an incredible day one, Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra will be hoping to put on ...

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