New Zealand vs South Africa Result: Kiwis Beat Proteas by an Innings and 276 Runs in 1st Test
Southee became the highest wicket-taker in New Zealand, going past Sir Richard Hadlee. The World Test Champions now have an unassailable lead in the two-match series, with this victory. This was New Zealand's first Test win over South Africa since 2004. The second Test begins on February 25.
New Zealand trounced South Africa by an innings and 276 runs in the first Test at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Tim Southee starred with a memorable five-wicket haul in the second innings, bowling South Africa out for just 111 runs, as the hosts comfortably won the game in just three days. Matt Henry was named Man of the Match for a 10-wicket haul and a half-century in the match.
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An outstanding all round performance from New Zealand 🇳🇿 @BLACKCAPS win by an innings and 276 runs 👏
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— Spark Sport (@sparknzsport) February 19, 2022
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