Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs in Durban Test
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Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Australia secured a 214-run victory over South Africa in the first Test at Durban, held at Kingsmead. Matt Renshaw starred for Australia, scoring 190 runs in the first innings and 82 in the second. South Africa struggled in their chase of 421 runs, finishing at 206 all out despite Aiden Markram's 75. The loss dropped South Africa to third in the ICC World Test Championship standings, while Australia remains at the top with nine wins from eleven matches. The teams now move on to the second Test of the three-match series.
- •Australia scored 390 runs in the first innings and 314/6 in the second.
- •South Africa was bowled out for 206 on the final day.
- •Renshaw was named Player of the Match for his contributions.
- •Hazlewood took 6 wickets for 49 runs in the second innings.
- •South Africa's Temba Bavuma suffered his first loss as captain.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — WTC 2025-27 points table: South Africa crash out of top two after Durban defeat; where does India stand?
"South Africa faced a significant defeat against Australia by 214 runs in the first Test at Durban. This loss caused South Africa to drop to third place in the ICC World Test Championship standings. Australia, with nine wins from eleven matches, remains at the top of the table. Matt Renshaw was instrumental in Australia's success, scoring 190 runs in the first innings.
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