They were eventually separated when Atapattu edged Pierre Joubert to Kruger van Wyk, who claimed his second catch six overs later to dash Arnold's hopes of a hundred.
The appeal reflected the robust defense strategy of lawyers for Pistorius, who has been staying at his uncle Arnold's home in a Pretoria suburb since he was released on bail on Feb. 22.
Earlier this month, Mr. Pistorius's uncle, Arnold Pistorius, said in a statement that the athlete's legal expenses "are massive" and that he has sold some of his investments, including racehorses.