After a series of low-scoring matches, New Zealand took a 2–1 lead in the series. South Africa won the first match by seven wickets, while New Zealand won the second match by 68 runs and the third match by eight wickets.
March 22 (AP) South Africa captain Keshav Maharaj won the toss and opted to bowl in the fourth Twenty20 match against New Zealand on Sunday (March 22, 2026).
After a series of low-scoring matches, New Zealand took a 2–1 lead in the series. South Africa won the first match by seven wickets, while New Zealand won the second match by 68 runs and the third match by eight wickets.
Tom Latham, who scored 63 to guide New Zealand to victory in the third match on Friday, is out of action with a thumb injury.
Latham’s opening partner Devon Conway, captain Mitchell Santner, and fast bowler Lockie Ferguson are all unavailable for the final two matches of the series.
Wicketkeeper-batter Dane Cleaver has been recalled to the New Zealand squad for the first time since 2023, while batter Katene Clarke is set to make his debut, and Josh Clarkson has returned to the team. Jimmy Neesham will captain New Zealand.
South Africa has made two changes: off-spinner Prenelan Subrayen has been handed a debut opportunity, and Ottniel Baartman has been recalled. Seamers Nqobani Mokoena and Lutho Sipamla have been rested.
_ Lineups: New Zealand: Tim Robinson, Keaton Clarke, Dane Cleaver, Nick Kelly, Bevan Jacobs, Jimmy Neesham (Captain), Josh Clarkson, Cole McConchie, Jack Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Sears.
South Africa: Wiaan Mulder, Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen, Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Duanne Olivier, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj (Captain), Prenelan Subrayen, Ottniel Baartman. (AP)
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