Esterhuizen's 57 and all-star bowling show take South Africa to series-levelling win
South Africa appeared to have stopped below par when they put up 164, but their bowlers put on an inspired show against an under-strength New Zealand
22/03Result
4th T20I (N), South Africa tour of New Zealand at Wellington, Mar 22 2026
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![South Africa]( "South Africa")
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![New Zealand]( "New Zealand")
145 (18.5/20 ov)
Player of the Match
22/03Result
4th T20I (N), South Africa tour of New Zealand at Wellington, Mar 22 2026
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![South Africa]( "South Africa")
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![New Zealand]( "New Zealand")
145 (18.5/20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
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Preview
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