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One of the most unusual scenes took place during the Pakistan ODI Tri series fixture between South Africa and New Zealand at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Monday, February 10. As the Proteas were short of a player on the field, their fielding coach Wandile Gwavu came to take on the field as a substitute fielder himself. The incident took place during the 37th over of New Zealand’s innings.
As the Kiwis were chasing a target of 305 runs, South Africa fell short of one fielder. Notably, despite having four players to come as the 12th man, South Africa’s fielding coach was sent to the field as a substitute fielder against New Zealand. The similar kind of incident took place an year ago when South African batting JP Duminy came as a substitute fielder in a match against Ireland in 2024.
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Kane Willamson’s century overpowers Matthew Breetzke’s 150-run as New Zealand make to final of ODI Tri Series
Talking about the match, New Zealand registered their second consecutive win of the ongoing ODI Tri Series in Pakistan after they defeated South Africa by 6 wickets. With this win, the Black Caps have also qualified for the final of the Tri Series which is scheduled to be played on February 14. Batting first, South Africa posted 304/6 on board with debutant Matthew Breetzke top scoring with a record 150(148) runs hitting 11 fours and fives sixes.
In reply, Kane Williamson and Devon Conway turned out to be the match winners for New Zealand as they chased the target in 48.4 overs losing four wickets. Conway fell short of his hundred by just three runs as he got out after scoring 97(107) runs while Williamson remained unbeaten on 133*(113) runs hitting 13 fours and two sixes. Now, Pakistan are set to face South Africa at the National Stadium in Karachi on February 12. The winner will face New Zealand in the final at the same venue on February 14.
