Rickelton and Mulder score centuries, set challenge for Australia in Test series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder scored centuries to help South Africa reach 387 in their second innings of the third Test against Australia at Newlands. This total sets Australia a target of 288 runs to clinch the series, which is currently tied 1-1. Rickelton made 101 and Mulder contributed 115, with their partnership adding 154 runs for the sixth wicket. South Africa's innings concluded with a brief collapse but Mulder accelerated towards a century after Rickelton's run-out. Australia must contend with challenging pitch conditions and Simon Harmer's expected spin bowling as they start their chase on the final day.
- •South Africa scored 387 in their second innings, leading by 287 runs.
- •Rickelton and Mulder formed a crucial sixth-wicket partnership of 154 runs.
- •Australia must chase 288 runs on the final day to win the series.
- •Mitchell Starc took 3/65 in South Africa's innings.
- •Simon Harmer is expected to play a significant role in Australia's chase.
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder hundreds put South Africa in driver's seat, set 288-run target for Australia in series decider
"South Africa's position in the third Test appears formidable, with centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder contributing to a second innings total of 387. Australia now faces a daunting chase of 288 runs to secure the series, level at 1-1. The final day is expected to present tricky batting conditions, and Simon Harmer's spin bowling could prove crucial in this intense encounter.
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