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Matt Renshaw helps Australia set South Africa 421 to win

Australia declared on 314-6 at Kingsmead in Durban on Monday, setting hosts South Africa a target of 421 runs to win the first Test.

Australia set South Africa daunting 421 to win first Test
File photo Australia set South Africa daunting 421 to win first Test Photo: Business Recorder

Renshaw dominates with twin centuries

Matt Renshaw scored 190 in the first innings before adding 82 in the second. His total of 272 runs allowed Australia to declare with a lead of 420. The Queenslander dismissed Keshav Maharaj with a controversial caught and bowled dismissal after a television review.

Australia take four wickets before close

South Africa were 102-4 at the close of play on day four. Captain Temba Bavuma fell to Renshaw, while Pat Cummins dismissed Tristan Stubbs. Aiden Markram remained unbeaten on 45 alongside Wiaan Mulder as the Proteas chased the target.

South Africa face difficult final day

The hosts need to bat out the remaining time to avoid defeat. Australia have won 106 runs after Renshaw's first innings and added further runs in a fast session. The match continues on Tuesday with coverage starting at 8am UK time.

5 outlets, different leads

  • Business Recorder

    Australia set South Africa daunting 421 to win first Test

  • BBC News

    Renshaw delivers again as Australia close on win

  • The Guardian

    Renshaw’s heroics leave South Africa reeling as Australia close on first-Test victory

  • Sky Sports

    Renshaw stars as Australia close in on first Test victory in Durban

  • Dawn

    Renshaw puts victory in sight for Australia

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