South Africa vs New Zealand 2017: 1st Test, Day 4, 5 Talking Points

Modified Mar 11, 2017 13:03 IST

DUNEDIN, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 11: Dean Elgar of South Africa bats during day four of the First Test match between New Zealand and South Africa at University Oval on March 11, 2017 in Dunedin, New Zealand. (Photo by Dianne Manson/Getty Images) — Dean Elgar once again played a pivotal role for South Africa

#4 New Zealand's pathetic DRS calls and non-calls

DUNEDIN, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 11: BJ Watling (L) and Jimmy Neesham of New Zealand unsuccessfully appeal for the dismissal of JP Duminy of South Africa during day four of the First Test match between New Zealand and South Africa at University Oval on March 11, 2017 in Dunedin, New Zealand. (Photo by Dianne Manson/Getty Images) — New Zealand had a very bad DRS day at Dunedin

Just when the DRS controversy is at its peak in another continent where India and Australia are battling out a fierce series, New Zealand had a few 'brain fades' in Dunedin.

Trent Boult to Duminy: Caught behind appeal - given not out

Reviewed in a hurry by Boult when Neesham at slip knew that the ball had brushed the thigh pad. Neesham proved to be right.

Jeetan Patel to Duminy: Trapped in front - given not out

New Zealand make a loud appeal which the on-field umpire Dharmasena does not agree too. Black Caps decide not to review. The ball tracker later reveals three reds which means that had New Zealand reviewed Duminy would have gone.

Jeetan Patel to Duminy: Caught in front - given not out

Patel once again has Duminy fumbling and manages to hit his pads. Big appeal from the Kiwis but the umpire doesn't budge. They opt for the review only to see a huge inside edge.

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Edited by Staff Editor