NZ vs SA 2nd Match: In the 2nd match of the tri-series in Lahore, New Zealand’s stand-in captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl against South Africa. Santner cited the early start and overcast conditions as factors that might assist swing bowling.
Conway Replaces Injured Ravindra in NZ Lineup
New Zealand made one change to their lineup, with Devon Conway replacing Rachin Ravindra, who was sidelined after sustaining a forehead injury during a catch attempt in the previous game.
South African captain Temba Bavuma mentioned that he would have also chosen to bowl first under the given conditions. He noted that the main preparation would commence once the players from the recently concluded SA20 tournament rejoin the squad, but emphasized that this match provides an opportunity for the current players to showcase their abilities. Notably, South Africa’s lineup features four debutants.
This fixture marks the final game of the series in Lahore before the teams move to Karachi for the subsequent matches.
NZ vs SA 2nd Match Playing XI
South Africa Playing XI:
Temba Bavuma (captain)
Matthew Breetzke
Jason Smith
Kyle Verreynne (wicketkeeper)
Wiaan Mulder
Mihali Mpongwana
Senuran Muthuswamy
Ethan Bosch
Junior Dala
Lungi Ngidi
Tabraiz Shamsi
New Zealand Playing XI:
Devon Conway
Will Young
Kane Williamson
Daryl Mitchell
Tom Latham (wicketkeeper)
Glenn Phillips
Michael Bracewell
Mitchell Santner (captain)
Ben Sears
Matt Henry
Will O’Rourke