South Africa Defeat New Zealand by 7 Wickets in First T20I of Five-Match Series
South Africa defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in the first T20I to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.
South Africa chased down a modest target of 92, reaching 93/3 in 16.4 overs with Connor Esterhuizen scoring an unbeaten 35.
Earlier, the visitors produced a dominant bowling performance to dismiss New Zealand for 91 in 14.3 overs. Debutant Nqobani Mokoena impressed with three wickets, while Gerald Coetzee and Ottneil Baartman claimed two each.
James Neesham top-scored with 26 for the hosts.
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