Oct 11, 2026, 12:46:08 IST
South Africa’s Aiden Markram looks on as the ball evades the fielder.
South Africa vs Australia 1st Test Day 3 Live Updates: South Africa are facing a daunting task on the third day of the Durban Test against Australia, and the Proteas are in need of a substantial batting effort to stay in the game. Australia gained control of the series opener after Matt Renshaw put on a scintillating display, scoring 190 to take Australia to 390. The Aussies were 124/6 at one stage. Resuming day two on 187/6, the visitors added 203 runs, recovering from a precarious position. Renshaw’s marathon knock was supported by captain Pat Cummins, who scored 43, and Nathan Lyon, whose 27 helped Australia frustrate the home attack not a little.
South Africa ended day two on 27/1, trailing by 363 runs. Josh Hazlewood removed Ryan Rickelton for a duck but Aiden Markram and David Bedingham remained unbeaten when bad light brought play to an early close.
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South Africa ended day two on 27/1, trailing by 363 runs. Josh Hazlewood removed Ryan Rickelton for a duck but Aiden Markram and David Bedingham remained unbeaten when bad light brought play to an early close.
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Oct 11, 2026, 12:31:00 IST
We are ready to take you through another action-packed day. At present, the Aussies are on top, all thanks to Matt Renshaw’s blinder on Saturday. It was his first Test century in 10 years. Just in a matter of hours, he has become a very important player. South Africa will resume day three on 27/1. The pitch is not exactly friendly to batsmen and the Proteas batsmen will have be careful.
