South Africa Sends Second-String Squad to New Zealand Amid Domestic T20 Clash

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh criticizes the move, calling it a 'defining moment in the death of Test cricket'.

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has selected a second-string squad for the upcoming New Zealand series, as the country's leading players will participate in the domestic Twenty20 competition.
Former Australia captain Steve Waugh criticized the decision, saying it shows a lack of respect for New Zealand cricket and is a 'defining moment in the death of Test cricket'.
CSA defended its decision, stating that the clash with the domestic Twenty20 competition is a one-off scenario and that it remains committed to international cricket.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has little role in scheduling bilateral cricket or domestic T20 leagues, which is done by the boards involved.
Other cricket figures, including Australia captain Pat Cummins and Pakistan captain Shan Masood, expressed hope that the situation could be avoided by better scheduling in the future.