Bavuma scores 179 as South Africa aims for victory in test
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 7:17 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Temba Bavuma scored 179 runs, giving South Africa a chance for victory in the ongoing match. The team's hope hinges on the possibility of enforcing the follow-on, as South Africa remains the only side with a realistic chance of winning. The match is ongoing, and South Africa's status will be critical as they look to capitalize on Bavuma's performance.
- •Temba Bavuma scores 179 runs for South Africa
- •South Africa is the only side with a chance to win
- •Ongoing match may see the follow-on enforced
- •Key moments from Bavuma's innings could determine the outcome
- 7:17 PMESPNcricinfo — 'We obviously want to go for the win' - Bavuma's 179 gives South Africa a chance to dream
"South Africa are now the only side with a realistic chance of winning although being able to enforce the follow-on will likely be key to the outcome
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