Otago Daily Times:

The Black Caps who beat Zimbabwe in the first Twenty20 have been given a vote of confidence, with no changes made in the squad to play South Africa.

Jimmy Cowan enjoyed a rest but is ready for the hard work to begin.

Joleon Lescott's 62nd-minute goal and a brilliant late save by goalkeeper Joe Hart sent Manchester City back to the top of the Premier League with a tense 1-0 win at Aston Villa.