Australia eyes series win as South Africa falters in third Test

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Australia eyes series win as South Africa falters in third Test
Summary

In the ongoing third Test in Cape Town, Australia is closing in on victory against South Africa. After taking the last six South African wickets for 99 runs earlier in the day, Australia saw South Africa at 140-4 in their second innings, leading by just 40 runs. Careless dismissals, including those of Aiden Markram and David Bedingham, have hampered South Africa's attempt to build on their lead. Captain Temba Bavuma fell shortly before the day's end, further straining South Africa's chances. The match continues into day four with Australia needing to chase a target that will likely exceed 200 runs, making batting difficult as South Africa's spinner Simon Harmer dismissed two key players earlier in the day.

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  • •South Africa 329 & 140-4, leading Australia by 40 runs
  • •Australia scored 429, with Josh Inglis making 102
  • •Markram dismissed for just one run after a poor shot
  • •Bedingham falls to the same ploy twice, scoring 11 runs
  • •Bavuma dismissed after facing 115 balls, scored 35 runs
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  • 4:58 PMYahoo Sports — Careless dismissals give Australia route to series win
  • 4:53 PMBBC Sport — Careless dismissals give Australia route to series win
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Australia take a step towards victory over South Africa in Cape Town, with the help of careless batting from Proteas' top order.

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Australia take a step towards victory over South Africa in Cape Town, with the help of careless batting from Proteas' top order.

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