Faf du Plessis is spared having to play ‘blockathon’ as rain saves SA
Wellington — Proteas captain Faf du Plessis breathed a sigh of relief as rain bucketed down in Hamilton on Wednesday, washing out the final day of the third Test against New Zealand and ensuring his side sealed a 1-0 series victory. The Proteas had been facing a massive battle to save the test, entering the final day having been reduced to 80 for five and still 95 runs short of making New Zealand bat again. Du Plessis, who would have been joined by Quinton de Kock at the crease had rain not intervened, said he had been prepared to defend all day. "I was ready to come out and play my blockathon," Du Plessis said. "New Zealand outplayed us in this game and deserved to win and they will count themselves unlucky. "I’m pleased with another series win away from home but to be honest I think we played very much under par, especially the batting unit."
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.