Australia vs South Africa 2026 LIVE cricket scores: Third Test, Day 4 highlights, results, latest updates; Aussies start hunt for wickets on crucial series-defining day
The third Test match between Australia and South Africa remains tightly contested as South Africa sets a target of 288 for Australia to win. The day featured strong batting performances from South Africa and intense bowling efforts from the Australian side.
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This match is a series-defining event for international cricket, drawing significant attention from sports fans globally.
- 4.32pm . First published at 7.05am
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Anyway while we were gone, South Africa panicked a bit but put on a very defendable score.
The day finished with South Africa bowled out for 387 with Australia needing 288 to win tomorrow.
Wiaan Mulder finished with 115 to lead the Proteas while there was some panic with Rickelton and Gerald Coetzee both run out.
Catch you tomorrow for a ripping conclusion!
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