South Africa wins the toss, fields in the 2nd cricket T20 against New Zealand

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South Africa made the decision to field first after winning the toss in the second Twenty20 international against New Zealand at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The Proteas currently lead the five-match series 1-0 following their seven-wicket victory in the first match at Mount Maunganui.

In terms of lineup changes, South Africa brought in allrounder Wiaan Mulder to replace Jordan Hermann. On the other hand, New Zealand made two changes to their squad, with Josh Clarkson and Lockie Ferguson coming in for Bevon Jacobs and Zak Foulkes. Jacobs sustained a knee injury during the first match.

This series holds significance for New Zealand as it marks their return to international cricket after their memorable run in the T20 World Cup. The Kiwis defeated South Africa in the semifinals but fell short in the final against India. With a point to prove, they will be eager to bounce back in this series.

The lineups for the second T20 international are as follows:

New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly, Josh Clarkson, Mitchell Santner (captain), James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Sears, Lockie Ferguson.

South Africa: Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen, Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, Wiaan Mulder, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj (captain), Nqobani Mokoena, Ottneil Baartman.

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With both teams looking to make their mark in this series, fans can expect an exciting contest between New Zealand and South Africa in the upcoming matches.