Summary of this article
New Zealand welcome South Africa for the final time in the 5th T20I
The series is locked at 2-2
Blackcaps won the toss and opted to bowl first
The stage is set for a much anticipated series decider as New Zealand and South Africa clash in the series deciding 5th and final T20I at the Hagley Oval.
With the series currently locked at 2-2, this winner-takes-all encounter promises high drama. New Zealand will rely on the experience of senior figures like Devon Conway and the express pace of Lockie Ferguson to defend their home turf.
However, South Africa arrives with significant momentum following a clinical victory in the fourth match, where Connor Esterhuizen’s batting and Keshav Maharaj’s disciplined spin proved to be the difference.
The Hagley Oval pitch traditionally offers a balanced contest, providing early assistance for seamers while rewarding batters who settle in.
The Proteas are chasing a rare away series win in New Zealand, while the Black Caps aim to maintain their domestic dominance. Every run and wicket will be crucial in determining who walks away with the trophy today.
New Zealand Vs South Africa Live Streaming, 5th T20I: Toss Update
New Zealand won the toss and asked South Africa to bat first.
New Zealand Vs South Africa Live Streaming, 5th T20I: Playing XIs
South Africa XI: Wiaan Mulder, Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen(w), Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj(c), Prenelan Subrayen, Ottneil Baartman
New Zealand XI: Tim Robinson, Katene Clarke, Dane Cleaver(w), Nick Kelly, Bevon Jacobs, James Neesham(c), Josh Clarkson, Cole McConchie, Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Sears
New Zealand Vs South Africa Live Streaming, 5th T20I: When, Where To Watch?
The match can be live streamed on the Sony LIV app/website.
