South Africa claimed the opening game convincingly, dismissing New Zealand for just 91 and chasing it down with ease. However, New Zealand responded strongly in the second match, winning by 68 runs. Dion Conway led the charge with a fluent 60, while Ben Sears and Lockie Ferguson took six wickets to bowl out the Proteas for 107.
This match at Eden Park gives both teams a chance to gain momentum in the series.
With memories of their recent T20 World Cup semi-final encounter — which New Zealand won comfortably — still fresh, the contest carries an extra edge. Given the short confines of the venue, a high-scoring thriller is possible.