South Africa vs New Zealand 2017: 2nd Test, Day 1, 5 talking points

Modified Mar 16, 2017 13:11 IST

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 16: Henry Nicholls of New Zealand celebrates his maiden test century while Kagiso Rabada of South Africa looks on during day one of the Test match between New Zealand and South Africa at Basin Reserve on March 16, 2017 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images) — Nicholls slammed his maiden Test hundred to put New Zealand ahead

#4 Rabada gets two quickly to pile on the agony

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 16: Kagiso Rabada of South Africa appeals for the eventual wicket of Kane Williamson of New Zealand during day one of the Test match between New Zealand and South Africa at Basin Reserve on March 16, 2017 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images) — Rabada had the Kiwis Skipper and Broom in quick succession

Kagiso Rabada, bowling as first change, picked up the biggest wicket when he had Kane Williamson trapped in front. The Black Caps skipper went for the review only to be informed by the Third umpire that ball-tracking isn't available and the on-field call would stay.

New Zealand did not lose a review even though they reviewed but it was a bizarre way to go in these days where DRS plays a huge role in cricket. Rabada went on to get rid of the debutant, Neil Broom, with a delivery that moved away after pitching.

De Kock took a stunning one-handed catch to end Broom's debut before it had even begun as Rabada picked up his second wicket in two overs. New Zealand, without their most experienced batsman, Ross Taylor, were quickly reduced to 21/3.

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Edited by Staff Editor