South Africa leads Australia by 102 runs at lunch on day 4 of third cricket test
South Africa added 62 runs in 28 overs as Rickelton stayed unbeaten and Cummins took his first wicket after more than 62 overs.
- On Oct. 30, 2026, South Africa reached 202-5 at lunch on day four of the third Test at Newlands, extending their lead to 102 runs over Australia in the series decider.
- With the series level at 1-1, the winner of this match will claim the number one position in the Test world rankings currently held by Australia.
- Australia captain Pat Cummins ended his wicket drought by dismissing Matthew Breetzke for 43, while Ryan Rickelton remained unbeaten on 39 with Wiaan Mulder batting on five.
- Chasing a target in excess of 200 would be difficult on the deteriorating surface, Australia batter Josh Inglis said on Oct. 29, 2026.
- The hosts are aiming for at least a lead of 250 runs to put maximum pressure on Australia in the series-deciding Test.
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South Africa leads Australia by 102 runs at lunch on day 4 of third cricket test
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South Africa crawled to 202-5 to lead Australia by 102 runs at lunch on day four of the series-deciding third cricket test at Newlands on Friday.
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