New Zealand vs South Africa, 3rd T20I: Kiwis take control of series, out-class Proteas in Auckland – Action in Images

New Zealand chased down 137 with 8 wickets in hand against South Africa, taking a 2-1 series lead with this result.

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New Zealand coasted to a 2-1 series lead in their ongoing bout against South Africa, facing no complications as they earned an 8-wicket win in Eden Park in Auckland. Bowling first, they restricted the Proteas to 136, setting up a straightforward chase – and got the job done with 22 balls to spare. (AFP)

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Lockie Ferguson was the pick of the bowlers for New Zealand – although he only took one wicket, he only conceded 9 runs in his four-over spell, keeping things extremely quiet. (AFP)

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Mitchell Santner continued his strong bowling form, chipping in with a couple of key wickets through the middle overs. South Africa failed to get any sort of partnerships going at all, losing regular wickets. (AFP)

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Devon Conway returns the ball from an empty grandstand. Nqabani Mokoena came in at number 10, and hit three sixes as his cameo of 26* ended up being the team's highest score. SA finished on 136/9. (AFP)

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Devon Conway and Tom Latham survived a testing new ball period before gradually beginning to play their shots. NZ's opening partnership outdid South Africa immediately – together, they put on 96 runs in good time, leaving the chase with no doubts. (AFP)

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Latham scored a patient and firm 63*, including a couple of sixes. It wasn't a fiery innings, but chasing 137 on a tricky surface, it was enough to ensure there were no hiccups for the Kiwis. (AFP)