Australia dismiss South Africa to take 106-run lead
Key Takeaways
- Australia holds a 106-run lead after the first innings.
- South Africa was bowled out for 284 in 77.5 overs.
- Pat Cummins claimed three wickets for Australia.
- David Bedingham top-scored for South Africa with 49 runs.
Australia established a solid 106-run lead over South Africa during the opening Test in Durban. South Africa's first innings concluded at 284 for 9, anchored by David Bedingham's 49 and an unbeaten 35 from Simon Harmer.
Australian captain Pat Cummins was the pick of the bowlers, claiming three wickets, while Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon took two apiece to dismantle the South African batting lineup.
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