Nicholas Pooran smashed an unbeaten 65 from 26 balls as the West Indies defeated an experimental South Africa side by seven wickets in their T20 international at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium on Friday.

West Indies put the visitors in to bat, in the first of the three match series, and made a strong start with the bowl.

The Caribbean side limited South Africa to 42-5 from the opening eight overs, with seamer Matthew Forde picking up the wickets of Ryan Rickelton (4) and skipper Aiden Markram (14).

But Tristan Stubbs led the fightback with a superb 76 from 42 balls including three sixes.

Stubbs was well supported by Patrick Kruger who struck 44 from 32 balls as South Africa recovered to 174-7 from their 20 overs.

The game had been delayed for over an hour by heavy rain but as the game went on conditions for batting improved and the home side took full advantage.

West Indies went on the attack from the outset with the opening pair of Alick Athanaze (40) and Shai Hope (51) putting on 84 from the opening wicket before Athinaze was removed in the eighth over, caught by keeper Markram off Ottneil Baartman.

Pooran then took the game away from the Proteas with a brilliant display of power hitting, including smashing Burger for four sixes in a row in the 12th over.

Although South Africa gave themselves some chance with the removal of Hope and skipper Rovman Powell (7) the outcome was never in doubt as the home side passed the target with 13 balls to spare.

The positive note for South Africa was the sight of left-arm seamer Kwena Maphaka -- the youngest man to make his international debut for the country at 18 years and 137 days --&nbsp;taking the wicket of Powell.

"He has a lot of X-factor and is really young," said Markram.&nbsp;

"He has hunger when you speak to him off the field and he wants to win games for South Africa," he added.

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The West Indies opted to field a strong side, against the team that eliminated them from this year's T20 World Cup, with the aim of building a consistent unit ahead of the next World Cup in 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

But Powell said the focus needed to remain on the shorter term.

"To be honest, a lot of talk is around the next T20 World Cup but we have to play one game at a time and see different players. We have to stay in the process and the next World Cup is too far away for us," he said.

The second game in the series will be held at the same venue on Sunday

Nicholas Pooran smashed an unbeaten 65 from 26 balls as the West Indies defeated an experimental South Africa side by seven wickets in their T20 international at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium on Friday.

Nicholas Pooran smashed an unbeaten 65 from 26 balls as the West Indies defeated an experimental South Africa side by seven wickets in their T20 international at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium on Friday. West Indies put the visitors in to bat, in the first of the three match series, and made a strong start with the bowl. The Caribbean side limited South Africa to 42-5 from the opening eight overs, with seamer Matthew Forde picking up the wickets of Ryan Rickelton (4) and skipper Aiden Markram (14). But Tristan Stubbs led the fightback with a superb 76 from 42 balls including three sixes. Stubbs was well supported by Patrick Kruger who struck 44 from 32 balls as South Africa recovered to 174-7 from their 20 overs. The game had been delayed for over an hour by heavy rain but as the game went on conditions for batting improved and the home side took full advantage. West Indies went on the attack from the outset with the opening pair of Alick Athanaze (40) and Shai Hope (51) putting on 84 from the opening wicket before Athinaze was removed in the eighth over, caught by keeper Markram off Ottneil Baartman. Pooran then took the game away from the Proteas with a brilliant display of power hitting, including smashing Burger for four sixes in a row in the 12th over. Although South Africa gave themselves some chance with the removal of Hope and skipper Rovman Powell (7) the outcome was never in doubt as the home side passed the target with 13 balls to spare. The positive note for South Africa was the sight of left-arm seamer Kwena Maphaka -- the youngest man to make his international debut for the country at 18 years and 137 days -- taking the wicket of Powell. "He has a lot of X-factor and is really young," said Markram. "He has hunger when you speak to him off the field and he wants to win games for South Africa," he added. ALSO READ | World No.1 Jannik Sinner parts ways with Umberto Ferrara ahead of the US Open 2024 The West Indies opted to field a strong side, against the team that eliminated them from this year's T20 World Cup, with the aim of building a consistent unit ahead of the next World Cup in 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. But Powell said the focus needed to remain on the shorter term. "To be honest, a lot of talk is around the next T20 World Cup but we have to play one game at a time and see different players. We have to stay in the process and the next World Cup is too far away for us," he said. The second game in the series will be held at the same venue on Sunday

WI vs SA 1st T20I: Nicholas Pooran shines as West Indies beat South Africa

The first Test between West Indies and South Africa, which was held at the Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, ended in a draw, on Sunday (Aug 11). Temba Bavuma-led Proteas got a healthy first-innings lead&nbsp;of 124 runs&nbsp;after posting 357 courtesy of their captain's 86 and Tony de Zorzi's 78. With rain interrupting the proceedings, SA scored quickly in their second essay and declared at 173 for 3, setting a target of 298. In the final innings, the hosts fought back well and ended at 201-5, with Alick Athanaze top-scoring with a fine 92.&nbsp;

With the two-match Test series opener ending in a draw, with rain having a major say in the contest, all eyes are on the second and final Test. The series decider will be played at the&nbsp;Providence Stadium, Guyana, with both sides having all to play for. In the ICC World Test Championship points table, WI are at the bottom (with a win percentage of 20.83) whereas Proteas are seventh (with a win percentage of 26.67).

Ahead of the final match, here is all you need to know about the live streaming details of the 2nd Test:

<h3>Live Streaming Details For West Indies Vs South Africa, 2nd Test Match</h3>

When to watch West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test match?

The West Indies vs South Africa, 2nd Test will be held at the Province&nbsp;Stadium, Guyana, from Aug&nbsp;15–19.

At what time will the West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test commence?

The West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test&nbsp;will kickoff at 7:30 PM IST.

Where to watch West Indies vs South Africa, 2nd Test match in India on TV?

The live telecast details for West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test is not available in India.

Where to watch West Indies Vs South Africa, 2nd Test match live streaming in India?

The live streaming of West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test will be available on FanCode in India.

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Squads

West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Joshua Da Silva (vc), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Bryan Charles, Justin Greaves, Jason Holder, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Shamar Joseph, Mikyle Louis, Gudakesh Motie, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican

South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram (vc), Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Dane Piedt, Kagiso Rabada, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Kyle Verreynne

The first Test between West Indies and South Africa, which was held at the Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, ended in a draw, on Sunday (Aug 11). Temba Bavuma-led Proteas got a healthy first-innings lead of 124 runs after posting 357 courtesy of their captain's 86 and Tony de Zorzi's 78.

The first Test between West Indies and South Africa, which was held at the Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, ended in a draw, on Sunday (Aug 11). Temba Bavuma-led Proteas got a healthy first-innings lead of 124 runs after posting 357 courtesy of their captain's 86 and Tony de Zorzi's 78. With rain interrupting the proceedings, SA scored quickly in their second essay and declared at 173 for 3, setting a target of 298. In the final innings, the hosts fought back well and ended at 201-5, with Alick Athanaze top-scoring with a fine 92. With the two-match Test series opener ending in a draw, with rain having a major say in the contest, all eyes are on the second and final Test. The series decider will be played at the Providence Stadium, Guyana, with both sides having all to play for. In the ICC World Test Championship points table, WI are at the bottom (with a win percentage of 20.83) whereas Proteas are seventh (with a win percentage of 26.67). Ahead of the final match, here is all you need to know about the live streaming details of the 2nd Test: Live Streaming Details For West Indies Vs South Africa, 2nd Test Match When to watch West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test match? The West Indies vs South Africa, 2nd Test will be held at the Province Stadium, Guyana, from Aug 15–19. At what time will the West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test commence? The West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test will kickoff at 7:30 PM IST. Where to watch West Indies vs South Africa, 2nd Test match in India on TV? The live telecast details for West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test is not available in India. Where to watch West Indies Vs South Africa, 2nd Test match live streaming in India? The live streaming of West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test will be available on FanCode in India. Also read: Updated ICC World Test Championship points table after West Indies vs South Africa 1st Test ends in draw Squads West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Joshua Da Silva (vc), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Bryan Charles, Justin Greaves, Jason Holder, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Shamar Joseph, Mikyle Louis, Gudakesh Motie, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram (vc), Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Dane Piedt, Kagiso Rabada, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Kyle Verreynne

West Indies vs South Africa, 2nd Test Live Streaming: When and Where to watch WI vs SA series decider

The first Test between West Indies and South Africa ended in a draw, at the&nbsp;Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, on Sunday (Aug 11). The two-match Test series opener was a riveting affair where Temba Bavuma-led Proteas set a challenging 298-run target on the final day as Kraigg Brathwaite-led Windies ended at 201-5. The rain did enough damage in the opening Test to not allow a result in the contest, however, it showed a lot of fight from both teams. While South Africa had a healthy lead in the first innings, the home side showed better intent with the bat in the run-chase before both sides decided to end the game on the final day, due to light.

After the end of the opening Test, all the focus will now shift to the second and final match in Guyana. Before that, here is a look at the updated ICC World Test Championship points table -&nbsp;

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Talking about the series opener, SA won the toss and opted to bat first. They rode on opener&nbsp;Tony de Zorzi's 78 and captain Bavuma's 86 to post 357. In reply, WI fell flat in their first essay, ending with 233 courtesy of Keshav Maharaj's 4-fer. In the second innings, SA scored quickly and declared at 173 for 3 in 29 overs, setting a target of 298. In the final innings, the hosts fought back well with the bat and ended at 201-5, with Alick Athanaze scoring a fine 92.&nbsp;

The second and final Test will kick off on Aug 15 (Thursday), at the Providence Stadium, Guyana, with all to play for both sides.

The first Test between West Indies and South Africa ended in a draw, at the Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, on Sunday (Aug 11). The two-match Test series opener was a riveting affair where Temba Bavuma-led Proteas set a challenging 298-run target on the final day as Kraigg Brathwaite-led Windies ended at 201-5.

The first Test between West Indies and South Africa ended in a draw, at the Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, on Sunday (Aug 11). The two-match Test series opener was a riveting affair where Temba Bavuma-led Proteas set a challenging 298-run target on the final day as Kraigg Brathwaite-led Windies ended at 201-5. The rain did enough damage in the opening Test to not allow a result in the contest, however, it showed a lot of fight from both teams. While South Africa had a healthy lead in the first innings, the home side showed better intent with the bat in the run-chase before both sides decided to end the game on the final day, due to light. After the end of the opening Test, all the focus will now shift to the second and final match in Guyana. Before that, here is a look at the updated ICC World Test Championship points table - Also read: 'Let’s admit that...,' Dinesh Karthik on Virat Kohli's struggle against spin in ODI series loss vs Sri Lanka Talking about the series opener, SA won the toss and opted to bat first. They rode on opener Tony de Zorzi's 78 and captain Bavuma's 86 to post 357. In reply, WI fell flat in their first essay, ending with 233 courtesy of Keshav Maharaj's 4-fer. In the second innings, SA scored quickly and declared at 173 for 3 in 29 overs, setting a target of 298. In the final innings, the hosts fought back well with the bat and ended at 201-5, with Alick Athanaze scoring a fine 92. The second and final Test will kick off on Aug 15 (Thursday), at the Providence Stadium, Guyana, with all to play for both sides.

Updated ICC World Test Championship points table after West Indies vs South Africa 1st Test ends in draw

West Indies and South Africa produced a humdinger of a clash when both sides locked horns in the second and penultimate T20I at the SuperSport Park, Centurion on Sunday (March 26). With a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, Rovman Powell-led Windies were asked to bat first. Riding on Johnson Charles' 46-ball 118, WI posted 258 for 4 before Quinton De Kock's 44-ball 100 took the Proteas to a stunning six-wicket win.

Among the plethora of runs scored, WI skipper Powell's heartwarming act went viral. While trying to save a boundary, the captain made a quick decision near the ropes when he felt he was about to collide with a young ballboy. Being aware that the momentum will result in him taking the kid with him, Powell decided to let go of the ball and slightly changed his direction to save the kid, also an elder boy behind him, and ended up crashing on to the LED boards. As a result, he was hurt and play was halted for a brief period. However, the match resumed soon once Powell was declared fit.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The incident took place during the&nbsp;third over of South Africa's innings when De Kock slammed the ball towards the long-off boundary. Here's the viral incident:

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Talking about the match, Charles' blistering 118-run knock took the two-time former T20I champions to a mammoth 258 for 4 in 20 overs. In reply, De Kock was at his fluent best and scored his maiden hundred in the format to set the foundation for the run-chase. He was well supported by opening partner Reeza Hendricks (68 off 28 balls) and skipper Aiden Markram (38* off 21 deliveries) and Heinrich Klaasen's 7-ball 16 not out.&nbsp;

SA chased down the target in 18.5 overs to level the series with the third T20I to be held on Tuesday (March 28) in Johannesburg.

West Indies and South Africa produced a humdinger of a clash when both sides locked horns in the second and penultimate T20I at the SuperSport Park, Centurion on Sunday (March 26).

West Indies and South Africa produced a humdinger of a clash when both sides locked horns in the second and penultimate T20I at the SuperSport Park, Centurion on Sunday (March 26). With a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, Rovman Powell-led Windies were asked to bat first. Riding on Johnson Charles' 46-ball 118, WI posted 258 for 4 before Quinton De Kock's 44-ball 100 took the Proteas to a stunning six-wicket win. Among the plethora of runs scored, WI skipper Powell's heartwarming act went viral. While trying to save a boundary, the captain made a quick decision near the ropes when he felt he was about to collide with a young ballboy. Being aware that the momentum will result in him taking the kid with him, Powell decided to let go of the ball and slightly changed his direction to save the kid, also an elder boy behind him, and ended up crashing on to the LED boards. As a result, he was hurt and play was halted for a brief period. However, the match resumed soon once Powell was declared fit. The incident took place during the third over of South Africa's innings when De Kock slammed the ball towards the long-off boundary. Here's the viral incident: Also Read: BCCI central contracts: Ravindra Jadeja gets a PROMOTION, KL Rahul DEMOTED - Check full list Rovman Powell, giving chase at full speed, has done extremely well not to completely wipe out these two kids 😳#SAvWI pic.twitter.com/fNRVqkwg7n — Daniel (@DanSenior97) March 26, 2023 × Talking about the match, Charles' blistering 118-run knock took the two-time former T20I champions to a mammoth 258 for 4 in 20 overs. In reply, De Kock was at his fluent best and scored his maiden hundred in the format to set the foundation for the run-chase. He was well supported by opening partner Reeza Hendricks (68 off 28 balls) and skipper Aiden Markram (38* off 21 deliveries) and Heinrich Klaasen's 7-ball 16 not out. SA chased down the target in 18.5 overs to level the series with the third T20I to be held on Tuesday (March 28) in Johannesburg.

HATS OFF! WI skipper Rovman Powell saves young kid from serious injury, gets hurt himself - WATCH

Match 18 of the T20 World Cup edition will see the Kieron Pollard-led West Indies (WI) take on the Temba Bavuma-led South Africa (SA) on Tuesday (October 26). The game will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

South Africa lost their first match against Australia whereas West Indies was demolished by England in the first game. Having lost their first game both teams would be finally looking to gain some winning momentum.

Earlier South Africa had won both the warm-up matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan whereas West Indies had&nbsp;lost both matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: 

Where is the T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa taking place? 

The T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

What time does the T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa begin?

The T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa begins at 3:30 PM IST on Tuesday.

Where and how to watch live coverage of the T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa?

The T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the T20 World Cup match between WI vs SA will be available on Hotstar. The T20 World Cup matches will be shown on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports HD, and DD Sports.

Match 18 of the T20 World Cup edition will see the Kieron Pollard-led West Indies (WI) take on the Temba Bavuma-led South Africa (SA) on Tuesday (October 26). The game will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

Match 18 of the T20 World Cup edition will see the Kieron Pollard-led West Indies (WI) take on the Temba Bavuma-led South Africa (SA) on Tuesday (October 26). The game will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. South Africa lost their first match against Australia whereas West Indies was demolished by England in the first game. Having lost their first game both teams would be finally looking to gain some winning momentum. Earlier South Africa had won both the warm-up matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan whereas West Indies had lost both matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan. Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa taking place? The T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. What time does the T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa begin? The T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa begins at 3:30 PM IST on Tuesday. Where and how to watch live coverage of the T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa? The T20 World Cup match between West Indies vs South Africa will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the T20 World Cup match between WI vs SA will be available on Hotstar. The T20 World Cup matches will be shown on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports HD, and DD Sports.

T20 World Cup, WI vs SA live streaming: When and where to watch West Indies vs South Africa match?

Keshav Maharaj completed just the second hat-trick by a South African in Test history as the Proteas completed a 158-run victory over the West Indies on the fourth day of the second Test of the two-match series at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in St Lucia on Monday.

In the penultimate over before lunch the left-arm spinner removed Kieran Powell, Jason Holder and Joshua da Silva in successive deliveries to join fast bowler Geoff Griffen, who achieved the feat at Lord's in 1960, in the record books.&nbsp;

Maharaj then followed up with two of the last three to fall in the afternoon to finish with figures of five for 36 as the West Indies were dismissed for 165.

Following a comprehensive innings and 63-run victory inside three days in the first Test a week earlier at the same venue, the result gave South Africa the series 2-0, their first away series triumph since 2017 in New Zealand.

"This is huge for us because we haven’t won on the road for quite some time," said South African captain Dean Elgar.&nbsp;

"There will be teething years as captain but this is a good, important step on the way forward."

The home side began the day on 15 without loss looking at a victory target of 324. It was unlikely but given they had chased down 395 to beat Bangladesh in February, the West Indies were not without hope.&nbsp;

At least not until the 13th over by which stage Shai Hope had joined skipper Kraigg Brathwaite back in the pavilion, both dismissed by pace bowler Kagiso Rabada who then persuaded Kyle Mayers into an ugly hoick which spliced to Dean Elgar. &nbsp;

<h2>-Hat-trick -</h2>

Maharaj then stole the headlines with his hat-trick to extinguish any fading West Indian hopes of an unlikely victory.

First, opening batsman Powell, who had looked composed and assured through most of his innings of 51, lost his head completely, hoisting Maharaj to deep midwicket where Anrich Nortje barely had to move in taking the catch just metres off the boundary rope.

Holder prodded at his first delivery for Keegan Petersen to take the sharp catch at short-leg and then Wiaan Mulder pulled off a superb snare low to his right at leg-slip when wicketkeeper-batsman da Silva attempted a leg-side glance to the hat-trick ball.

"I just decided to bowl normally and it was a brilliant catch by Wiaan," said Maharaj.&nbsp;

"I really didn’t know what to do after that because the excitement of the occasion overtook all of us."

Until the Maharaj intervention,&nbsp;South Africa had relied on the excellence of Rabada who bowled beautifully to remove Brathwaite, caught at slip by Elgar, and Hope who fended at a spiteful delivery angled into his body, a faint touch off his left glove carrying through to wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock.

"My job is to bowl, but whenever we need some lower-order runs I try to contribute," said Rabada who also chipped in with 61 runs in this Test which contributed to him earning him the Player of the Match award.&nbsp;

Rabada was the most successful bowler in the series on either side with 11 wickets.

West Indies held up for some time when play resumed after lunch but it was only a matter of time before Maharaj removed Kemar Roach and Jayden Seales to seal the win.

Roston Chase, hampered by a thigh strain sustained in the field on the third afternoon, did not bat.

"As a batting unit we let ourselves down but I must really commend the effort of the bowlers," said a dejected Brathwaite.&nbsp;

"We were going well but didn’t carry on. That hurt us. We know where we went wrong, including some technical stuff, so we have to work on that before the next series."

Keshav Maharaj completed just the second hat-trick by a South African in Test history as the Proteas completed a 158-run victory over the West Indies on the fourth day of the second Test of the two-match series at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in St Lucia on Monday.

Keshav Maharaj completed just the second hat-trick by a South African in Test history as the Proteas completed a 158-run victory over the West Indies on the fourth day of the second Test of the two-match series at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in St Lucia on Monday. In the penultimate over before lunch the left-arm spinner removed Kieran Powell, Jason Holder and Joshua da Silva in successive deliveries to join fast bowler Geoff Griffen, who achieved the feat at Lord's in 1960, in the record books. Maharaj then followed up with two of the last three to fall in the afternoon to finish with figures of five for 36 as the West Indies were dismissed for 165. Following a comprehensive innings and 63-run victory inside three days in the first Test a week earlier at the same venue, the result gave South Africa the series 2-0, their first away series triumph since 2017 in New Zealand. "This is huge for us because we haven’t won on the road for quite some time," said South African captain Dean Elgar. "There will be teething years as captain but this is a good, important step on the way forward." The home side began the day on 15 without loss looking at a victory target of 324. It was unlikely but given they had chased down 395 to beat Bangladesh in February, the West Indies were not without hope. At least not until the 13th over by which stage Shai Hope had joined skipper Kraigg Brathwaite back in the pavilion, both dismissed by pace bowler Kagiso Rabada who then persuaded Kyle Mayers into an ugly hoick which spliced to Dean Elgar. -Hat-trick - Maharaj then stole the headlines with his hat-trick to extinguish any fading West Indian hopes of an unlikely victory. First, opening batsman Powell, who had looked composed and assured through most of his innings of 51, lost his head completely, hoisting Maharaj to deep midwicket where Anrich Nortje barely had to move in taking the catch just metres off the boundary rope. Holder prodded at his first delivery for Keegan Petersen to take the sharp catch at short-leg and then Wiaan Mulder pulled off a superb snare low to his right at leg-slip when wicketkeeper-batsman da Silva attempted a leg-side glance to the hat-trick ball. "I just decided to bowl normally and it was a brilliant catch by Wiaan," said Maharaj. "I really didn’t know what to do after that because the excitement of the occasion overtook all of us." Until the Maharaj intervention, South Africa had relied on the excellence of Rabada who bowled beautifully to remove Brathwaite, caught at slip by Elgar, and Hope who fended at a spiteful delivery angled into his body, a faint touch off his left glove carrying through to wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock. "My job is to bowl, but whenever we need some lower-order runs I try to contribute," said Rabada who also chipped in with 61 runs in this Test which contributed to him earning him the Player of the Match award. Rabada was the most successful bowler in the series on either side with 11 wickets. West Indies held up for some time when play resumed after lunch but it was only a matter of time before Maharaj removed Kemar Roach and Jayden Seales to seal the win. Roston Chase, hampered by a thigh strain sustained in the field on the third afternoon, did not bat. "As a batting unit we let ourselves down but I must really commend the effort of the bowlers," said a dejected Brathwaite. "We were going well but didn’t carry on. That hurt us. We know where we went wrong, including some technical stuff, so we have to work on that before the next series."

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