New Zealand and South Africa faced off in the first Test match of the series. New Zealand posted a score of 258 for two on the first day with an unbroken stand of 219. The Kiwis' batting was led by Rachin Ravindra, who scored his maiden Test century, and Kane Williamson, who scored his 30th. South Africa's inexperienced attack made early breakthroughs but was unable to halt New Zealand's progress. Williamson and Ravindra's partnership was characterized by patience and resilience. South Africa's six debutants struggled to contain the Kiwi batsmen. The Proteas and the Kiwis are set to compete in the second Test on February 13 in Hamilton.