Simon Harmer take 10 wickets as South Africa faces Australia at Newlands
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Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Simon Harmer claimed 10 wickets for 120 runs in South Africa's Test match against Australia at Newlands, contributing to the Proteas’ series-clinching victory. Leading up to the match, Australian pundits including Brendon Julian and Stuart MacGill had dismissed Harmer as a 'club cricketer.' However, Harmer's performance not only validated Moises Henriques' earlier praise of him but also sparked continued debate among critics about his abilities. Following the match, MacGill admitted Harmer's place among top spinners but did not retract his earlier comments.
- •Harmer's 10 wickets helped South Africa clinch the series 2-1.
- •Henriques had previously backed Harmer as one of the best spinners.
- •Australian pundits criticized Harmer before the Test match.
- •MacGill recognized Harmer's talent post-match but remained critical.
- •The match took place at Newlands during a series-deciding Test.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Much ado about Harmer: Simon's Newlands heroics leave Australian pundits eating their words as Moises Henriques is vindicated
"Simon Harmer's Newlands 10-fer was a strong reply to 'club cricketer' jibes from Brendon Julian, Steve O'Keefe and Stuart MacGill, vindicating Moises Henriques.
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