New Zealand threw away a winning position in the closing overs as South Africa beat them by three runs to claim the series 2-1.Chasing down South Africa's 165 for seven, the Black Caps measured their reply expertly for 15 overs to leave 25 for victory with 30 balls left. A last ball no ball almost gave them a second chance. South Africa 165/7 (20/20 ov) beat New Zealand 162/7 (20/20 ov). 3rd T20 (Auckland), Feb 2012