Hamilton, March 17 -- New Zealand bounced back in style during the ongoing five-match T20I series, defeating South Africa by 68 runs at Seddon Park on Tuesday. A strong partnership between Devon Conway and Tom Latham at the top and match-defining bowling spells by Lockie Ferguson and Ben Sears shone for the hosts.

Sent in to bat first after South Africa won the toss, New Zealand posted a competitive 175/6. Opening the innings, Devon Conway anchored the side with a vital 60 off 49 balls. Despite losing partners at regular intervals--including Tom Latham (11), Tim Robinson (1), Nick Kelly (21) and Mitchell Santner (20)--Conway's composure ensured the hosts didn't collapse as they did in the first match.

The final flourish came from Josh C...