SA vs NZ Live Match Info, 1st Match | South Africa tour of New Zealand, 2026

Stay updated with the most exciting developments from the SA vs NZ live match info right here. As part of the highly anticipated South Africa tour of New Zealand, 2026, stay tuned for live cricket updates, including the SA vs NZ live score, detailed SA vs NZ live commentary, and everything you need to know about today’s match.

SA vs NZ, South Africa tour of New Zealand, 2026 Pitch and Weather Report

Get the latest SA vs NZ pitch report for today’s match. The pitch at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui offers a unique challenge for both teams, and the SA vs NZ pitch condition is crucial for predicting the outcome of the game. Expect detailed analysis on the SA vs NZ batting condition, ideal for understanding how the batters may perform.

With insights into SA vs NZ pace bowling and SA vs NZ spin bowling, we cover every angle of the match. The SA vs NZ match weather condition also plays a key role, so stay updated on the SA vs NZ stadium weather for a complete understanding of how it may impact today’s game.

SA vs NZ, South Africa tour of New Zealand, 2026 Squad and Head-to-Head

Looking for detailed SA vs NZ squad information ? We provide insights into the lineups, including key players who could make a difference. Want to know the history between these two cricket giants? Explore the SA vs NZ head-to-head stats and see how the teams have fared against each other in past encounters.

Whether you're interested in the SA vs NZ scorecard, match predictions like SA vs NZ prediction  this page gives you everything you need to stay informed and enjoy every moment of this high-stakes match.

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New Zealand won the toss and chose to bat

Match

New Zealand vs South Africa

Date & Time

15 March 2026, 11:45AM

Venue

Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

Umpire

Chris Brown, Wayne Knights

Third Umpire

Kim Cotton

Referee

Dave Gilbert

Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

155

Avg 2st Innings

137

Highest Total

243/5 (20 Ovs) By NZ vs WI

Lowest Total

90/10 (19.4 Ovs) By WIW vs NZW

Highest Chased

185/4 (16.3 Ovs) By AUS vs NZ

Lowest Defended

16/1 (2.1 Ovs) By AUS vs NZ

Matches Won
75%
Batting First

15

Bowling First

5

25%

Head to Head

NZ

5

X

5

SA

Team Comparison

(Last 10 match)

NZ

VS all teams
x

SA

VS all teams
6
Won
7
175
Average Score
172
208
Highest Score
213
159
Lowest Score
118

New Zealand Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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South Africa Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Weather Condition

15.8

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Clear

Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

Cloud

5%

Humidity

81%

Wind

10.4 km/h

Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

Fast & Bounce

Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Pace & Bounce

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin
on Venue
(Last 10 match)
Pace Wkt
Spin Wkt