Pat Cummins faces series defeat as Australia struggles in final Test

Australia is currently 59/6 in its chase of 288 runs on the final day against South Africa in Cape Town. This situation reflects a significant top-order collapse, echoing the struggles faced by former captain Steve Smith during the 2017-18 series. Australia has not won a Test series in South Africa since Michael Clarke's team achieved a 2-1 victory in March 2014. The current series stands at 1-1 after two Tests, with the outcome of this match crucial for Cummins, whose fate is being compared to Smith's past challenges in the country.

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