NZ vs SA: All You Need to Know About the Test Series Between New Zealand and South Africa

The two-match Test series between New Zealand and South Africa is scheduled to start on Sunday, February 4 and the opening Test match between the two sides will be played at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. New Zealand and South Africa will compete for the Tangiwai Shield in the Test series.

The trophy will commemorate one of the deadliest rail accidents that occurred in 1953 when 151 people died while travelling from Wellington to Auckland on the eve of Christmas. The incident coincided with the second Test played between New Zealand and South Africa at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on December 24.

New Zealand will be led by fast bowler Tim Southee in the upcoming Test series against South Africa. Neil Brand will handle the leadership duties for the Proteas. The Test series against the Kiwis will also mark Brand’s debut in international cricket. Many South Africa cricket team’s big names will not be able to take part in the Test series due to their involvement in the SA20.

As the Test series is all set to start this weekend, let us talk about some crucial details about the matches.

Schedule

The first Test between New Zealand and South Africa will start on Sunday, February 4. The second Test is scheduled to start on February 13.

Venue

The Test series opener will be played at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. Seddon Park in Hamilton will host the second and final Test between New Zealand and South Africa.

Live streaming and live telecast details

The Test matches between New Zealand and South Africa will be streamed live on the Amazon Prime Video app. However, there is no confirmation about the live telecast of the two-match Test series between New Zealand and South Africa.

Full Squads

New Zealand Full Squad: Tim Southee (c), Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Neil Wagner, Kane Williamson, Will Young.

South Africa Full Squad: Neil Brand (c), David Bedingham, Ruan de Swardt, Clyde Fortuin, Zubayr Hamza, Tshepo Moreki, Mihlali Mpongwana, Duanne Olivier, Dane Paterson, Kegan Petersen, Dane Piedt, Raynard van Tonder, Shaun von Berg, Khaya Zondo.