Australia collapses for 99, forced to follow-on against South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 12:21 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Australia was bowled out for 99 on day four of the second Test against South Africa in Gqeberha, their lowest score since 2023. South Africa declared their first innings at 425-9, taking a commanding 326-run lead. The Proteas' Marco Jansen took 5 wickets for 33 runs, igniting Australia's batting collapse with his first ball. Following the dismissal of nightwatchman Scott Boland, South Africa took the last nine wickets within 40 overs. Australia must bat again to avoid defeat, with South Africa aiming to level the series with more than 150 overs remaining in the match.
- •Australia scores 99, their lowest total since 2023
- •South Africa leads by 326 runs after first innings
- •Marco Jansen claims 5-33, leading the bowling effort
- •Australia must bat again to avoid defeat
- •Match is in progress with over 150 overs left
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Third time this century - how Australia's stark collapse unfolded
"Australia are forced to follow-on for only the third time in the past 38 years after being dismissed for 99 by South Africa on day four of the second Test in Gqeberha.
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