South Africa vs New Zealand 2017: 1st Test, Day 2, 5 Talking Points

Modified Mar 09, 2017 11:45 IST

DUNEDIN, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 09: Kane Williamson of New Zealand slides over the crease to avoid a run out by Vernon Philander of South Africa during day two of the First Test match between New Zealand and South Africa at University Oval on March 9, 2017 in Dunedin, New Zealand. (Photo by Dianne Manson/Getty Images) — Williamson was lucky to escape a run-out but remained unbeaten at the end of the day

#3 Latham's misery has no end

DUNEDIN, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 09: Vernon Philanders of South Africa celebrates the dismissal of Tom Latham of New Zealand during day two of the First Test match between New Zealand and South Africa at University Oval on March 9, 2017 in Dunedin, New Zealand. (Photo by Dianne Manson/Getty Images) — Philander bowled a probing opening spell that included the wicket of Tom Latham

Tom Latham has struggled ever since being handed the wicket-keeping gloves in ODIs or so it seemed. The recall of Luke Ronchi brought little difference to Latham's form as he struggled to middle the ball.

Today, he walked in more confidently and played some sound defensive shots before unleashing a superb square drive off Rabada to the fence. But on a seaming track against the best seam bowler in the world in Vernon Philander, he had his task cut out.

Philander outfoxed Latham by coming around the wicket and making him play a full ball that seamed away. The edge found its way to de Kock as Latham's wretched form continued.

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