Australia sets South Africa 421-run target in first Test on Day 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 11:11 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
On Day 5 of the first Test in Durban, Australia declared their second innings at 314/6, establishing a target of 421 runs for South Africa. Matt Renshaw scored 82 runs, building on his impressive first innings of 190. As the match progressed, South Africa reached 102 for 4 at stumps, needing 319 runs to win with Aiden Markram unbeaten on 45. Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins delivered key wickets, leaving Australia confident of securing victory. Play resumes as South Africa faces a challenging chase.
- •Australia builds a total of 421 runs for South Africa to chase.
- •Renshaw contributes 82 runs in the second innings.
- •South Africa ends Day 5 at 102/4, needing 319 runs.
- •Hazlewood and Cummins take crucial wickets for Australia.
- •Markram remains not out at 45, providing some resistance for South Africa.
- 11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins put Australia on brink of win as South Africa face 319-run chase on Day 5
"Australia has firmly established a daunting challenge for South Africa by setting a remarkable target of 421 runs. Matt Renshaw showcased his batting prowess with a robust 82 runs in the second innings. Heading into Day 5, South Africa stands at 102 for 4 and must chase down 319 runs.
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