Mitchell Starc takes six wickets as Australia leads against South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 10:46 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

In the third Test at Cape Town, Australia bowled South Africa out for 329 on Day 1. After a strong start, where South Africa reached 158 without loss, Mitchell Starc turned the tide with a devastating spell, claiming 6 wickets for 72 runs. South Africa initially thrived with an opening partnership of 158 runs but collapsed to lose their final four wickets for just two runs. Australia, having opted to bowl first after winning the toss, gained the upper hand going into Day 2.
- •South Africa was dismissed for 329 in their first innings.
- •Marques Ackerman scored 95 runs, aided by Aiden Markram's 78.
- •Mitchell Starc recorded figures of 6/72.
- •Australia bowled out South Africa after they were 158/0.
- •Nathan Lyon contributed with 2 wickets for 71 runs.
- 10:46 PMYahoo Sports — Mitchell Starc six-for flips Test: Pacer rips through South Africa after 158/0; Australia seize day-one edge
"The third Test against Australia kicked off with South Africa showcasing resilience, reaching lunch with an impressive score of 140, powered by a solid first-wicket partnership. Yet, the narrative changed swiftly as Mitchell Starc exploited the new ball’s conditions, resulting in a shocking collapse where South Africa lost their final four wickets for just two runs.
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