South Africa's concerns grow after heavy defeat to Australia
Key Takeaways
- Australia defeated South Africa by 214 runs in the first Test in Durban.
- Josh Hazlewood claimed career-best figures of 6-49 for Australia.
- Coach Shukri Conrad expressed concern over the Proteas' lack of resilience.
- Questions have been raised regarding the team's batting frailties against top opposition.
South Africa's twelve-match unbeaten run in Test cricket came to a decisive end following a 214-run defeat against Australia in Durban. Josh Hazlewood starred with career-best figures of 6-49 to dismantle the Proteas' batting lineup.
Coach Shukri Conrad admitted concern over the team's lack of fight, raising questions about whether the heavy loss stems from mere rust after a long break or deeper technical flaws in the batting order.
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