South Africa face Australia in winner-takes-all third Test at Newlands
The South Africa versus Australia cricket series concludes with a decisive third Test match scheduled for October 27 to 31 at Newlands in Cape Town.
Series stands level before final game
The two teams enter the decider after splitting the first two matches of the series. South Africa currently hold a one-nil lead following their victory in Port Elizabeth, while Australia won the opening fixture in Durban.
Rain affected previous match outcome
South Africa secured an innings and 31 runs victory in the second Test despite interruptions from rain. Captain Temba Bavuma scored 179 runs to help his team reach a total of 425-9 declared before dismissing Australia for 99.
Key player absent due to injury
Pacer Anrich Nortje will miss the final match after suffering a groin injury during the second Test. Gerald Coetzee is set to make his Test debut as he replaces the injured bowler for the Proteas.
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