South Africa reach 140/4 against Australia
Proteas hold a 40-run lead after Australia were bowled out for 429 in the third Test in Cape Town.
South Africa ended day three of the third Test against Australia in Cape Town on Thursday at 140/4, leading by 40 runs. Matthew Breetzke was 19 not out and Ryan Rickelton was unbeaten on eight. Australia were bowled out for 429 in their first innings, a lead of 100 runs.
Spin bowler Simon Harmer led the Proteas attack with 4/104, removing Josh Inglis (102) and Alex Carey (80) who had put on 185 runs for the fifth wicket. Seamer Marco Jansen took 3/60 as South Africa's bowlers claimed the last five Australian wickets for 59 runs. Captain Temba Bavuma scored 31 off 115 balls before being bowled by Nathan Lyon.
The Proteas need a strong performance on day four to stay in the series, which is currently level at 1-1. Bavuma and Marques Ackerman (62) attempted to stabilise the innings after South Africa fell to 95/3. Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, and Simon Harmer are still to bat for the hosts.
Why it mattersSouth African cricket fans will be watching to see if the Proteas can secure a series win at home.