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News brief · 15 Oct 2026

South Africa reshuffle wicket‑keeping, add Breetzke for Gqeberha Test

South Africa have dropped Stubbs, appointed Rickelton as keeper and included Matthew Breetzke in their 17‑man squad for the Gqeberha Test against Australia.

cricket · 14 Oct 2026

Hazlewood's career-best 6 for 49 seals Australia's 214-run win over South Africa

Set a record 421 to win in Durban, South Africa were bowled out for 206.

News brief · 14 Oct 2026

Rabada Nears Return for Gqeberha Test After Durban Win

South Africa may add fast bowler Kagiso Rabada to the Gqeberha Test line‑up after his recent bowling work with the squad.

News brief · 14 Oct 2026

Hazlewood's six-wicket haul leads Australia to win over South Africa

Josh Hazlewood’s six‑for‑49 spell powered Australia to a 214‑run win over South Africa in Durban, ending the hosts’ unbeaten streak.

Australia tour of South Africa, 2026 · 13 Oct 2026

Australia crush South Africa by 214 runs at Kingsmead

Australia won the Test at Durban by 214 runs after posting 390 and 314/6, while South Africa managed 284 and 206.

News brief · 13 Oct 2026

Steven Smith cleared after helmet blow, returns to field in Australia‑South Africa Test

Australia’s Steven Smith was assessed for concussion after a delivery struck his helmet, passed tests and re‑joined the side to take a catch on the final day.

News brief · 13 Oct 2026

Pollock suggests pink ball for day Tests to avoid bad‑light delays

Pollock proposes using the pink ball in daytime Tests to reduce interruptions caused by poor light, sparking debate among officials.

News brief · 12 Oct 2026

Renshaw's double‑century drives Australia towards Durban Test win

Matt Renshaw’s 190 and 82 runs have put Australia in a strong position to claim their first Test victory in Durban.

News brief · 12 Oct 2026

Australia declare 314/6, set South Africa 421 to win

Australia’s 314/6 declaration in Durban leaves South Africa with a 421‑run target in the first Test.

News brief · 11 Oct 2026

Australia dominate South Africa as bad light trims Test overs

Australia posted 390 and 33‑0 while South Africa made 284, with four bowlers sharing nine wickets, as bad light erased about 45 overs across three days.

News brief · 10 Oct 2026

Matt Renshaw's 190 propels Australia ahead

Renshaw's double‑century, supported by a record partnership, puts Australia on top against South Africa.

News brief · 10 Oct 2026

Australia set 149‑year record in first Test vs South Africa, squad average 32.6

Australia became the first side in 149 years to achieve a unique record in the opening Test against South Africa, while a youthful squad and a steadying innings from Aaron Renshaw helped steady a shaky start.