Australia on the Verge in Durban as Renshaw, Cummins and Hazlewood Put Proteas Under Pressure
On October 13, 2026 Australia entered the final day of the first Test at Kingsmead holding a commanding position. A strong batting display led by Matt Renshaw and incisive fast bowling left South Africa needing 319 to win, while concerns over Steve Smith after a helmet blow were eased when he returned to the field following concussion checks.