Australia collapses in fifth Test, loses series to South Africa 2-1

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Australia collapses in fifth Test, loses series to South Africa 2-1
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Australia was bowled out for 111 while chasing 288 in the fifth Test against South Africa at Newlands, resulting in a series defeat. This collapse concluded a disappointing series for Australia, who had initially taken a 1-0 lead. Former players David Warner and Mark Waugh have publicly criticized the team's performance, describing their batting as immature and un-Australian. The result also saw South Africa move to the top of the ICC Test rankings, overtaking Australia. Concerns remain regarding Australia's ageing team and inconsistent batting lineup, particularly after Warner's retirement.

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  • •Australia was bowled out for 111, chasing 288 runs.
  • •South Africa wins the series 2-1 after trailing 0-1.
  • •David Warner called the team's performance disgraceful and immature.
  • •Concerns arise over Australia's ageing team and batting consistency.
  • •South Africa moves to No. 1 in the ICC Test rankings.
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  • 10:44 AMYahoo Sports — 'Un-Australian, disgraceful, immature': Warner, Waugh tear into Australia after series defeat
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"That was a terrible two hours of batting. That was immature … it was terrible," Mark Waugh said. "The shot selection, the technique and the execution was not good enough."

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