South Africa have beaten the Black Caps 3-2 in the T20 series after a 33 run victory in Christchurch as the home side failed to put together partnerships.

A steady fall of wickets has cost the Black Caps the opportunity wrap up the T20 series against South Africaafter losing the fourth match n Wellington by runs

The White Ferns have started their T20 series against South Africa where they left off against Zimbabwe - with an easy win.

The Black Caps have been beaten by Indiia in the final of the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad in front of over 100,000 fans.

The Black Caps have scored a five wicket win over Pakistan at Dunedin to lead the five-game T20 series 2-0.