Durban Test drawn
South Africa's bowler Dale Steyn (3-L), fielder Dean Elgar (2-L), captain Faf du Pleessis (2-R) and Hashim Amla (R) celebrate the dismissal of New Zealand's batsman Martin Guptill (L). Photo: AFP
The first Test between South Africa and New Zealand at Durban ended in a draw Tuesday after poor conditions prevented play, setting up a series-deciding final match beginning at the weekend.
No play took place after rain fell during the lunch break on the second day on Saturday, when New Zealand were on 15 for two in reply to South Africa's first innings total of 263.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. Rain fell throughout the rest of Saturday and into early Sunday morning and further play was ruled out on days three, four and five because of a wet, soft outfield which the umpires decided would be dangerous for players.
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