Mitchell Starc delivered a day of extremes at Newlands, conceding four consecutive boundaries before claiming four wickets in six balls, shaping a dramatic swing in the Test decider.
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Usman Khawaja has pressed Australian selectors to consider left‑arm spinner Matt Kuhnemann for the third Test in Cape Town, arguing the bowler offers a crucial option against a South African line‑up full of right‑handers.
Kagiso Rabada is cleared to play the upcoming Test in Gqeberha, while a high chance of rain could reshape team balance on a traditionally spinner‑friendly pitch.
South Africa has selected Ryan Rickelton as wicketkeeper for the second Test against Australia, dropping Kyle Verreynne amid concerns over the latter's batting form.
South Africa dominate early in the first Test of the 2026 series, with a 77% win probability after Australia’s second wicket fell at 210 for 7.
South African broadcaster SuperSport posted a teaser for the upcoming three‑match Test series, recalling its 2018 footage of Cameron Bancroft’s ball‑tampering incident.
South Africa has released an 18‑member preliminary squad for the first Test against Australia in Durban on October 9, with pacer Kagiso Rabada included despite a hamstring injury and several players omitted for rehab.
A heated exchange over a review between captain Temba Bavuma and wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock unfolded in the 48th over of the second ODI, as South Africa sealed a 2-0 series win over Australia.