March 12 weather: Flurries and gusts up to 60 km/h in southern Ontario Environment Canada has issued a weather forecast for March 12, predicting flurries and strong wind gusts in parts of the Greater Toronto Area and southern Ontario. The day is expected to begin with cloudy skies, with a 30 percent chance of flurries in the morning and afternoon. These flurries will affect Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, Oshawa, and the Niagara Falls region. Wind conditions will be significant, with northwest winds reaching 30 km/h and gusts up to 60 km/h in Toronto. In Mississauga, winds are anticipated to reach 50 km/h. The high temperature for the day is forecasted to be around 2 degrees Celsius in Mississauga, but the wind chill will make it feel much colder, potentially around -9 degrees Celsius. As the day progresses, skies are expected to clear across the Greater Toronto Area by Thursday night. However, wind gusts up to 40 km/h may still be present. The overnight low in Mississauga is projected to be approximately -6 degrees Celsius, though the wind chill could make it feel as low as -10 degrees Celsius. Looking ahead to Friday, the weather outlook for Mississauga includes periods of snow or rain, continued windy conditions, and a high temperature of 1 degree Celsius. The evening may bring additional flurries, with a low temperature of -6 degrees Celsius expected. The forecast highlights the potential for challenging weather conditions, emphasizing the need for residents to prepare for cold temperatures and reduced visibility due to flurries. Wind chill factors will play a significant role in how cold the weather feels, particularly in the evenings and overnight hours. This weather pattern underscores the variability of spring conditions in the region, where sudden changes in temperature and precipitation can occur.#hamilton #toronto #environment_canada #mississauga #brampton
NZ's Devon Conway completes 6,000 international runs New Zealand batter Devon Conway reached the milestone of 6,000 runs in international cricket during his team's second T20I against South Africa at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The left-handed opener scored a 49-ball 60, including five fours and two sixes, with a strike rate of 122.45. With 143 international appearances under his belt, Conway has accumulated 6,025 runs in 164 innings at an average of 40.70. His career includes 12 centuries and 32 fifties, with a highest score of 227. In T20Is, he has scored 1,800 runs in 62 innings at 35.29, maintaining a strike rate of 128.20. His best T20I score is 99*. In Test cricket, Conway has scored 2,533 runs in 60 innings at 43.67, featuring seven centuries and 13 fifties, with a top score of 227. His ODI tally stands at 1,692 runs in 42 innings at 43.38, including five centuries and six fifties, with a highest score of 152*. Conway ranks as the 16th-highest run-scorer in New Zealand cricket history. The top spot is held by Kane Williamson, who has amassed 19,292 runs in 376 matches and 449 innings at 48.35, with 48 centuries and 103 fifties, and a highest score of 251. In the T20I match, South Africa won the toss and chose to field first. New Zealand's innings began with a 48-run partnership between Conway and Tom Latham (11), but the team slipped to 92/3 in 10.5 overs. A late surge saw a 35-run stand between Cole McConchie (18 in 12 balls, with a four and a six) and Josh Clarkson (26* in nine balls, with two fours and two sixes), lifting the team to 175/6 in 20 overs. Contributions from Nick Kelly (21 in 12 balls, with four boundaries) and skipper Mitchell Santner (20 in 14 balls, with two fours and a six) kept New Zealand competitive.#new_zealand #south_africa #devon_conway #hamilton #seddon_park
Mitchell Santner Reflects on T20 World Cup 2026 Memories After Loss to South Africa New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner opened up about the team’s recent defeat to South Africa in the first T20 match of their five-game series, drawing parallels to their earlier World Cup loss to India. The Kiwi captain expressed frustration over the team’s performance, highlighting the challenges posed by the pitch and the need for adjustments in their approach. The match, played on a pitch that favored spinners, saw New Zealand collapse to 91 all out in their batting innings. South Africa capitalized on the conditions, securing a 7-wicket victory with ease. Santner acknowledged the difficulty of facing such a pitch, noting that losing early wickets made it nearly impossible to recover. He emphasized that if New Zealand had managed to post a higher score, they could have put more pressure on the opposition. Santner also reflected on the team’s recent World Cup experience, recalling their 96-run loss to India in the 2026 T20 World Cup final. He admitted that the conditions in India had been different, with fewer instances of the kind of spin that dominated the South Africa match. “It’s rare to see such spin in New Zealand, but the way the ball moved here was incredible,” he said. The series against South Africa comes after the World Cup, and Santner stressed the importance of learning from each game. He acknowledged South Africa’s strength as a team and warned that they would pose a significant challenge in upcoming matches. “They’ve shown they can dominate under pressure, and we need to be ready for that,” he added. New Zealand’s next match is set to be in Hamilton, where the pitch is expected to be slightly different.#t20_world_cup_2026 #new_zealand #south_africa #mitchell_santner #hamilton
NZ vs SA 2nd T20I Match Preview: Fringe Players in Focus as Hosts Seek Response in High-Scoring Hamilton The second T20I of the South Africa tour of New Zealand will take place in Hamilton, where the hosts aim to bounce back from a 1-0 series deficit. The match, set against a backdrop of challenging batting conditions, will see both teams relying heavily on their second-string squads. New Zealand, struggling to adapt to the unpredictable conditions at Bay Oval, will look to capitalize on the more favorable pitch at Seddon Park, which has historically favored high scores. South Africa, meanwhile, will seek to maintain their momentum with a youthful and dynamic lineup. The first T20I saw both teams experiment with their lineups, with New Zealand’s squad featuring several fringe players. Key among them is Katene Clark, who made a standout debut with a 97-run innings for Northern Districts in a recent T20 game. His ability to anchor the innings as an opener has earned him a call-up, replacing Bevon Jacobs, who is sidelined due to a knee injury. Clark’s inclusion adds depth to New Zealand’s batting order, though the team remains reliant on its core players to secure a series turnaround. South Africa’s second-string contingent, led by 19-year-old fast bowler Nqobani Mokoena, has shown promise. Mokoena’s impressive debut, coupled with the return of veteran Gerald Coetzee and T20 specialist Ottneil Baartman, has given the Proteas a competitive edge. Their ability to dominate the new ball and maintain pressure has been a key factor in their recent performances. However, the team’s reliance on these fringe players may pose challenges as the series progresses. New Zealand’s hopes for a strong response rest on the shoulders of Tim Robinson and Jacobs, both of whom have struggled to adapt to the conditions in the first match.#bay_oval #nz #sa #hamilton #seddon_park
