Australia set South Africa daunting 421 to win first test
Australia’s quick declaration leaves South Africa needing 421, while Steve Smith faces further concussion assessment after a helmet blow from Anrich Nortje.
- On Monday, Australia declared their second innings at 314-6 at tea in Durban, setting South Africa a target of 421 to win the first Test. Matt Renshaw top-scored with 82, continuing his dominant run-scoring form.
- Seeking a decisive series-opening victory, Australia accelerated their scoring to build on a 106-run first-innings lead. The proactive batting strategy aimed to provide sufficient time to bowl out South Africa on the final day.
- Vice-Captain Steve Smith underwent concussion assessment following a helmet blow from Anrich Nortje on Monday. A team spokesman said Smith was "undergoing further assessment", with an update expected later that day or Tuesday.
- By stumps, South Africa reached 102-4 and requires 319 more runs for victory. Josh Hazlewood and captain Pat Cummins claimed key wickets, while Renshaw also secured his first Test wicket by dismissing captain Temba Bavuma.
- Concerns over Smith's concussion status complicate selection for the second Test in Gqeberha, beginning on Sunday. Allrounder Cameron Green and wicketkeeper Josh Inglis continue recovery from abdominal strain and fractured finger respectively.
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Durban, Oct 13 (PTI) Experienced Australia batter Steve Smith will undergo further concussion assessment after being struck on the helmet by pacer Anrich Nortje during the opening Test against South Africa here. The 37-year-old was trying to duck under a short-pitched delivery that did not rise as much as he expected on the fourth day […]
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