Twitter reactions: Dane Piedt’s fifer leaves New Zealand in turmoil against South Africa on Day 2 of the 2nd Test

In a gripping flip of occasions on Day 2 of the second Check between New Zealand and South Africa at Hamilton, the Proteas seized management with a spectacular bowling show. The hosts, New Zealand, endured a batting collapse, succumbing to 211 all out, trailing South Africa by 31 runs, largely as a consequence of Dane Piedt‘s good fifer, concluding with figures of 5/89.

Will O’Rourke star with the ball for New Zealand

The second day in Hamilton unfolded with New Zealand making a powerful assertion, dismissing South Africa for 242. The Black Caps managed to select the final 4 Proteas’ wickets within the first hour of play, because the Proteas resumed from 220/6. Debutant Will O’Rourke emerged because the star for New Zealand, destroying the South African decrease order by claiming three of the 4 wickets to fall. O’Rourke concluded with spectacular figures of 4/59, establishing himself as probably the most profitable bowler for New Zealand within the innings.

Nonetheless, the Black Caps’ batting response encountered early hurdles as Devon Conway was dismissed for a duck earlier than lunch, leaving New Zealand at a precarious 1-1. Conway’s latest struggles with the bat added to the challenges confronted by the house staff.

Dane Piedt’s fifer decimates Blackcaps batting lineup

Submit-lunch, Kane Williamson (43) and Tom Latham (40) steadied the ship with a 74-run partnership. Nonetheless, Piedt’s spin proved efficient, eradicating each key batters and leaving New Zealand struggling at 86/3. Rachin Ravindra and Will Younger counterattacked, guiding the staff previous the hundred-run mark and safely to tea. Within the third session, witnessed New Zealand’s promising begin turning into an epic collapse. Ravindra’s dismissal triggered a flurry of wickets, with Tom Blundell, Glenn Phillips and Will Younger falling shortly. Tim Southee, the skipper didn’t final lengthy as he prime edged a pull and Matt Henry was run out courtesy of a combination up additional deepened the disaster, lowering New Zealand to 183/9.

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Explosive cameo from Neil Wagner

Regardless of the looming catastrophe, Neil Wagner‘s explosive 33, that includes two sixes, offered some resistance, permitting the hosts to inch nearer to South Africa’s complete of 242. Piedt finally put an finish to New Zealand’s resistance, stumping Wagner. The celebs of the present for South Africa had been Dane Piedt and Dane Paterson (3/39), who collectively picked up eight wickets, leaving the hosts in a precarious place.

Right here’s how Twitter reacted:

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5 for 89 in 32.3 overs

Was not chosen for 1st check. Brainfarts in our cricket grew to become very regular now.

— Rágnár Ván Töndérsön (@Slipcatch) February 14, 2024

Good to see South Africa combating again towards New Zealand. They don’t have anything to lose and there’s nice energy in that state of affairs.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) February 14, 2024

Nice spell of bowling from @dane_piedt63 to steer the battle again for @ProteasMenCSA #NZvSA #5fer

— Paul Adams (@PaulAdams39) February 14, 2024

The #Proteas are on hearth in Hamilton. 31 runs lead and Dane Piedt messes up with New Zealand plans 🔥🙌.

— Ayanda Frances Felem (@AyandaFelemZA) February 14, 2024

“What a comeback from Dane Piedt! 🔥 His greatest bowling figures assist South Africa bowl out New Zealand for 211, giving SA a lead of 31 runs. Thrilling efficiency! #NZvSA #Cricket” pic.twitter.com/fwHlEoAxqj

— Hemant ( Sports activities Lively ) (@hemantbhavsar86) February 14, 2024

What a comeback from Dane Piedt🔥🔥🔥 #NZvSA

— Carl Lewis (@Carl_LewisZA) February 14, 2024

Dane Piedt with a 5fer on his Proteas return. Fairly just a few on right here doubted his return to the nationwide setup. Shukri for certain bought that one proper.

5/89

SA take a lead of 31 runs into the 2nd innings. Not an enormous lead nevertheless it’s one thing we are able to at the least construct on. #NZvSA

— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) February 14, 2024

5fer for Dane Piedt! NZ bowled out and the Proteas have a 31-run lead. Now the batters must not throw their wickets away asseblief. #NZvSA

— naeemah (@NaeemahBenjamin) February 14, 2024

YESSSSS

Dane Piedt with a superb 5-wicket haul and we take a lead of 31 runs

Improbable job from our bowlers. Now we’d like our batters to sew some large partnerships collectively.

In case you get in, make it depend. Do not throw away your wickets#NZvSA

— Werner (@Werries_) February 14, 2024

What a comeback!!!! Dane Piedt finishes together with his greatest bowling figures and NZ bowled out for 211

SA have a lead of 31 runs #NZvSA pic.twitter.com/iJw1pil31e

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) February 14, 2024

New Zealand takes a 31-run lead over South Africa: https://t.co/hGXsbREE9q#NZvSA #TestCricket #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/ZgA6UtJFdf

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 14, 2024

Nice day for The Proteas once more .

Took all New Zealand wickets and an enormous shout out to @danepiedtshow for a Michelle “Fifer”. Nice come again from Paterson as nicely . #NZvSA

— Tshiamo (@tshiamomosenyi8) February 14, 2024

New Zealand enjoying some dumb, dumb cricket right here towards a third-string South Africa. Would not bode nicely for the upcoming tour by Australia. #alarmbells #Cricket #NZvSA pic.twitter.com/9tf9WniXpf

— Ed Jackson (@edjacko) February 14, 2024

Marvel how lengthy NZ will stick with Conway, had an enormous begin to his profession however the final 2 years have not been nice.

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Absolutely wants runs within the second innings or towards Australia #NZvSA

— coach lucas (@lucasr15sky) February 14, 2024

⚪ALL OUT

An beautiful 5-wicket haul from Dane Piedt because the Proteas edge out the Black Caps on the 2nd day in Seddon Park 🇿🇦🏏

🇿🇦 The Proteas lead by 31 runs #WozaNawe #BePartOfIt #NZvSA pic.twitter.com/gUw6ULyg87

— Proteas Males (@ProteasMenCSA) February 14, 2024

South Africa will take a lead of 31 runs to Day 3 at Seddon Park. Again with the ball within the morning in Hamilton. Scorecard | https://t.co/6GWv3Xw6Y7 #NZvSA pic.twitter.com/5k4h7Och8m

— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) February 14, 2024

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