South Africa extends lead over Australia at Newlands
At lunch on day four of the third Test at Newlands, South Africa had reached 202 for 5, a lead of 102 runs over Australia. Ryan Rickelton was 39 not out off 83 balls alongside Wiaan Mulder, and Matthew Breetzke was 19 not out. Earlier, Australia scored 429 in their first innings, led by Josh Inglis with 102, and South Africa's bowlers took six wickets for 99 runs on day three. South Africa had replied with 329 in its first innings.
Key facts
- Pat Cummins, Australia's captain, took the only wicket of the morning session.
- Simon Harmer of Australia took 4 wickets for 104 runs in the match.
- Temba Bavuma of South Africa was dismissed for 35 off 135 balls in the first innings.
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Why it matters
South Africa's lead at lunch on day four puts it in a stronger position in the series.
What changed
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