Australia seeks to overcome follow-on history in Test match against South Africa

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Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Australia seeks to overcome follow-on history in Test match against South Africa
Summary

Australia is trying to turn around its situation after conceding a follow-on against South Africa. Following a strong partnership between Temba Bavuma and Simon Harmer, Australia was dismissed for 99. Historically, Australia has never won a Test match after being made to follow on, and they face pressure to break this trend. Only four teams have successfully won Test matches after following on, with Australia suffering three defeats in such scenarios.

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  • •Australia dismissed for 99 after South Africa's strong batting.
  • •Historical data shows Australia has never won after conceding a follow-on.
  • •Only four teams have won Tests after following on in history.
  • •Australia faced three losses when enforcing the follow-on, the most of any team.
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After a blazing partnership between Bavuma and Harmer saved the Proteas from humiliation, Australia were soon dismissed for a measly 99, and now it's upto the Aussies to turn things around from a follow-on.

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