New Zealand Vs South Africa LIVE Cricket Score, 2nd T20I: Mulder, Estenhuizer Initiate Proteas Chase | SA 24/0 (4)

After a solid start, both the openers Mulder and Estenhuizer have been sent back to the dressing room for 16 and 8 runs respectively. South Africa's 3rd wicket has also fallen in the form of Tony de Zorzi in the very first ball after the powerplay's conclusion.

Cracking start from Wiaan Mulder and Connor Esterhuizen to start off the South African chase of 176. The run-rate in the first 3 overs is well below the required rate but the Proteas duo are just getting started.

SA: 24/0 (4)

New Zealand have posted a competitive 175/6 after being put in to bat. Devon Conway anchored the innings with a solid 60, while a blistering final-over cameo from Josh Clarkson (24 runs off Keshav Maharaj) shifted the momentum. South Africa’s bowlers, led by Gerald Coetzee (1/28), kept it tight before the late surge.

Devon Conway departs after scoring a rather slow 60 runs off 49 while Santner got out for just 20. All-rounder James Neesham and Cole McConchi are currently in the middle and they will be aiming to add at least 30-40 runs more in the remaining 3 overs.

Devon Conway gets to his half-century but New Zealand have lost their 3rd wicket in the form of Nick Kelly who got out for 21 off 12. Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner is currently at the crease with Conway.

Two wickets fall in quick succession and that's what exactly South Africa needed after going wicketless in the powerplay. Tom Latham got out in the 7th over for 11 while Tim Robinson's stumps were cleaned up by George Linde for just 1 run.

Devon Conway is still at the crease - 5 runs away from his half-century.

New Zealand accumulate 43 runs in the powerplay as the South African bowlers held on to a tight line-length. The Kiwis will have to increase the run-rate in order to set up a fighting total.

It has been a decent start from the Kiwi openers as Tom Latham and Devon Conway play with caution.

Tom Latham and Devon Conway are out in the middle and Gerald Coetzee will bowl the first over. Conway smashed a four off the first ball and we go underway for the 2nd T20I.

New Zealand XI: Devon Conway, Tom Latham (WK), Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly, Mitchell Santner (C), James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Josh Clarkson, Kyle Jamieson, Benjamin Sears and Lockie Ferguson

South Africa XI: Wiaan Mulder, Connor Esterhuizen (WK), Tony de Zorzi, Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj (C), Nqobani Mokoena and Ottniel Baartman

South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first.

Conditions in Hamilton for today's second T20I are perfect for cricket, with sunny skies and a high of 22°C. Humidity is 54% with a light 3 mph breeze from the west. Night conditions will remain clear with a low of 11°C and no chance of precipitation.

The match is schedule to start from 11:45AM (IST) onwards. Coin toss will take place shortly.

Good Morning folks. Welcome to the live coverage of the 2nd of the 5-match T20I series between hosts New Zealand and visitors South Africa. This is the start of our blog so stay tuned for the real-time updates and a lot more.