South Africa national cricket team captain Keshav Maharaj won the toss and elected to bowl against New Zealand national cricket team in the second T20I of the South Africa tour of New Zealand at Seddon Park Oval in Hamilton on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Maharaj said conditions under lights and the likelihood of dew later in the evening influenced the decision to bowl first. New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner said that he would have preferred to bowl first as well, pointing to similar conditions.
South Africa lead the five-match series 1-0 after a convincing win in the opening match. The hosts are aiming to bounce back after a disappointing performance in the opening match, while South Africa will look to build on their strong start to the series.
NZ vs SA 2nd T20I Playing XIs
South Africa (Playing XI): Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen(w), Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, Wiaan Mulder, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj(c), Nqobani Mokoena, Ottneil Baartman
New Zealand (Playing XI): Devon Conway, Tom Latham(w), Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly, Mitchell Santner(c), James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Josh Clarkson, Lockie Ferguson, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Sears
