New Zealand vs South Africa 2017: 1st Test, day 3, 5 Talking Points

#2 Keshav Maharaj shows his class

Maharaj sizzled with a five-wicket haul

The left-arm spinner has been enjoying a honeymoon period in Test cricketer since his debut in the Australian series. Maharaj has been tidy, and importantly, been amongst the wickets.

On a pitch that was deemed to turn, New Zealand played both of their spinners and South Africa had Maharaj. The cool-headed bowler responded with tight spells of bowling and a five-wicket haul. Williamson was the only batsman to dominate him as Maharaj completed his first fifer in Test cricket.

His victims included Jeet Raval, Henry Nicholls, BJ Watling and Neil Wagner - all 4 of the wickets coming at crucial points in the game. Maharaj is quickly establishing himself as South Africa's primary spinner in Test cricket.